MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,431 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre pressure low
Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre pressure low
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?
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R243 LFV is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R243 LFV, 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 R243 LFV registered?
R243 LFV is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 6 September 1997.
Is R243 LFV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R243 LFV shows 14 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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