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R49 CDV

1997 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2011
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

24,141 mi
Last recorded24,141 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TS5020,178 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR49 CDV
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2010 24,141 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 24,141 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 23,785 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 23,785 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2008 23,785 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 May 2007 21,074 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 9 May 2007 21,074 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2006 18,041 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 18,041 miles

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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R49 CDV is a 1997 Suzuki TS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1997 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 20,178 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 R49 CDV, 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 29 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R49 CDV registered?

R49 CDV is a 1997 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is R49 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R49 CDV shows 9 tests with a 44.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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