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R672 ALA

1998 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,998 mi
Last recorded12,998 miles
Recorded on23 May 2022
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AP508,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR672 ALA
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2022 12,998 miles

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Fail 21 May 2022 12,998 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working Control 1 (Right lever) (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 16 Jun 2010 12,997 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 12,082 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 10,610 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 9,258 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2007 9,258 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 7,886 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 7,886 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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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R672 ALA is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 8,807 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 R672 ALA, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R672 ALA registered?

R672 ALA is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R672 ALA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R672 ALA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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