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PPV 340R

1976 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,803 mi
Last recorded14,803 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 1976 Suzuki AP5014,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPV 340R
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 14,803 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2025 14,067 miles

Central Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Central Front Headlamp only operates after a delay

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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PPV 340R is a 1976 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1976 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,590 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 PPV 340R, 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 50 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PPV 340R?

You can check the full history of PPV 340R by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PPV 340R registered?

PPV 340R is a 1976 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 18 August 1976.

Is PPV 340R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPV 340R shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPV 340R have outstanding finance?

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