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R171 CAW

1998 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

9,275 mi
Last recorded9,275 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv6,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 CAW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAy 50 Wv
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2013 9,275 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 8,486 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 23 Jul 2012 8,486 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 8,228 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 7,070 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 6,547 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ay 50 Wv?

Based on 897 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
432
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 39
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 18
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 16
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14
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R171 CAW is a 1998 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 6,669 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Ay 50 Wv fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R171 CAW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ay 50 Wv typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Ay 50 Wv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R171 CAW registered?

R171 CAW is a 1998 Suzuki Ay 50 Wv, first registered on 15 January 1998.

Is R171 CAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R171 CAW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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