MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
17,047 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS
Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS
Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
neerside mirror insucure
Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear tyre slightly perished
Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)
Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)
Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
rear tyre slightly perished
How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?
Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R475 BDL is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R475 BDL, 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 R475 BDL registered?
R475 BDL is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 19 November 1997.
Is R475 BDL safe to buy?
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