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R342 JDV

1998 Suzuki AE50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,689 mi
Last recorded9,689 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AE506,128 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR342 JDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAE50
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 9,689 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 9,205 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 8,727 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 7,857 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 73,003 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 6,844 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 6,326 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 6,326 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 5,786 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 26 Feb 2008 5,222 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 4,646 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 4,051 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki AE50?

Based on 1,643 MOT tests across 381 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
313
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
381
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 52
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 34
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 32
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
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R342 JDV is a 1998 Suzuki AE50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki AE50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 6,128 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki AE50 fails its MOT is suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R342 JDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki AE50 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki AE50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R342 JDV registered?

R342 JDV is a 1998 Suzuki AE50, first registered on 28 January 1998.

Is R342 JDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R342 JDV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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