MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
11,238 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?
Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R171 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R171 BDV, 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 R171 BDV registered?
R171 BDV is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 4 October 1997.
Is R171 BDV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R171 BDV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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