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R281 VYD

1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,058 mi
Last recorded20,058 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx17,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR281 VYD
MakeSuzuki
ModelTs 50 Erkx
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2009 20,058 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 17 Jan 2009 20,058 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2007 19,327 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 Oct 2007 19,327 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 2 Oct 2007 19,213 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 27 Oct 2006 17,095 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx?

Based on 573 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
837
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
suspension bush has excessive free play 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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R281 VYD is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 17,116 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 Ts 50 Erkx fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R281 VYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R281 VYD registered?

R281 VYD is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx, first registered on 14 April 1998.

Is R281 VYD safe to buy?

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