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R235 HMW

1998 Suzuki Ap 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

3,767 mi
Last recorded3,767 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ap 506,942 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR235 HMW
MakeSuzuki
ModelAp 50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2009 3,767 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 3,766 miles

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

speedo disconected

Pass 8 May 2008 3,766 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 3,766 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 May 2007 2,152 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 403 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 397 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ap 50?

Based on 1,652 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 166
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 41
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R235 HMW is a 1998 Suzuki Ap 50 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 1998 Suzuki Ap 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 6,942 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 Ap 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R235 HMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of R235 HMW?

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What year was R235 HMW registered?

R235 HMW is a 1998 Suzuki Ap 50, first registered on 7 January 1998.

Is R235 HMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R235 HMW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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