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R283 RFJ

1998 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

25,693 mi
Last recorded25,693 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TS5016,567 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 RFJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2016 25,693 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 25,693 miles

Centre Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Nail in Tyre

Pass 11 Feb 2015 23,059 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 20,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 20,861 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 19,451 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 19,451 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 17,612 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

o/s/front footpeg slightly loose

Pass 11 Aug 2005 15,326 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2005 15,322 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

How Reliable is the Suzuki TS50?

Based on 6,348 MOT tests across 1,078 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
661
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
1,078
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 313
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 275
suspension bush has excessive free play 157
Headlamp aim too high 137
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 132
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R283 RFJ is a 1998 Suzuki TS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 16,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki TS50 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 313 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R283 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki TS50 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R283 RFJ registered?

R283 RFJ is a 1998 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 14 February 1998.

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