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R103 NWN

1997 Suzuki AP50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2016
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,083 mi
Last recorded8,083 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AP5010,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 NWN
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2015 8,083 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 8,083 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front BRAKE CALLIPER COATED WITH OIL FROM FAILED FORK/SHOCK ABSORBER SEAL.

PLASTIC BODY TRIM PANELS IN POOR CONDITION AND LOOSE.

Fail 27 Apr 2015 8,083 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 29 Apr 2014 7,574 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

reg plate slightly 2 small

Fail 25 Apr 2014 7,574 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

reg plate slightly 2 small

Pass 5 Apr 2013 6,994 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 6,858 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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R103 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R103 NWN, 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 R103 NWN registered?

R103 NWN is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R103 NWN safe to buy?

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