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P946 HMH

1996 Suzuki AP50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2010
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

46,625 mi
Last recorded46,625 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2009
Typical for 1996 Suzuki AP508,133 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP946 HMH
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2009 46,625 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2009 46,625 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2008 4,661 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 4,347 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 19 Jan 2007 4,347 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 18 Jul 2005 4,135 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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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P946 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki AP50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1996 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 8,133 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 P946 HMH, 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 30 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P946 HMH registered?

P946 HMH is a 1996 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 2 October 1996.

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