MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,157 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))
How Reliable is the Suzuki Ap 50?
Based on 1,652 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R389 BDL is a 1997 Suzuki Ap 50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.
Across all 1997 Suzuki Ap 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 6,997 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 Ap 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R389 BDL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Suzuki Ap 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Suzuki Ap 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R389 BDL registered?
R389 BDL is a 1997 Suzuki Ap 50, first registered on 3 October 1997.
Is R389 BDL safe to buy?
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