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P906 WBM

1997 Suzuki AP50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

12,244 mi
Last recorded12,244 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AP5010,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP906 WBM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 12,244 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 12,220 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 12,220 miles

Headlamp aim too high Main & dip connections reversed (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding Binding when applied (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 12,220 miles

All direction indicators not working R & L - front & rear (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low & main / dip connections reversed (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding Binding when applied (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Does not return by spring (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil L/H fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 12,220 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Jun 2019 12,217 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?

Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 789
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 233
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 225
Tyre tread not clearly visible 214
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P906 WBM is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 10,170 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki AP50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P906 WBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AP50 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P906 WBM registered?

P906 WBM is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P906 WBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P906 WBM shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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