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R482 XBC

1998 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,106 mi
Last recorded20,106 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TS5016,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR482 XBC
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 20,106 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 20,106 miles

Rear Steering linkage insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2020 16,202 miles

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 3 Dec 2020 16,202 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 12,980 miles

Front front forks spongy

Front tyre sidewalls beginning to crack

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 22 May 2019 12,967 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp even less visible with headlamp on (4.4.3 (b))

All direction indicators not working partially illuminating and not flashing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front All position lamps not working flickering on and off (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested dip and main beam not bright enough to illuminate beam pattern tester (4.1.2 (b))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements intermittently sounding.not audible enough (7.7 (c))

Rear All position lamps light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn excess play lower rear suspension bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy notchy and stiff through turning radius (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front front forks spongy

Front sidewalls beginning to crack

Horn not working properly intermittently working. (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Outer Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear rear brake torque arm front split pin missing

fuel cap seal adrift from cap

rear tyre cracking

slight oil leak under engine

Pass 19 May 2018 11,676 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2018 11,676 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 11,621 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 11,419 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 11,345 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 11,345 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 9,858 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 9,858 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

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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R482 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R482 XBC, 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 R482 XBC registered?

R482 XBC is a 1998 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R482 XBC safe to buy?

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