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R492 LAM

1997 Suzuki AP50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

14,964 mi
Last recorded14,964 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Suzuki AP5010,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR492 LAM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 14,964 miles

Frame corroded

Fail 1 Feb 2017 14,962 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey down pipe to head join (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired no visible image (1.2.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Frame corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2013 14,583 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 28 Oct 2013 14,583 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Suzuki AP50?

Based on 9,254 MOT tests across 2,104 vehicles.

73.9%
Pass Rate
511
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
2,104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 789
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 240
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 233
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 225
Tyre tread not clearly visible 214
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R492 LAM is a 1997 Suzuki AP50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R492 LAM, 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 R492 LAM registered?

R492 LAM is a 1997 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R492 LAM safe to buy?

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