MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
4,434 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx2mm (1.1.13 (a))
perishing cracks on front tyre
rear suspension stiff
some pitting on upper fork stansions
Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit approx2mm (1.1.13 (a))
perishing cracks on front tyre
rear suspension stiff
some pitting on upper fork stansions
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?
Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.
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R236 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1998 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 8,807 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 R236 JAF, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R236 JAF registered?
R236 JAF is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 21 May 1998.
Is R236 JAF safe to buy?
The MOT history for R236 JAF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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