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R831 BCL

1998 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,271 mi
Last recorded23,271 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2014
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TS5016,567 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 BCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2014 23,271 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 23,271 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 23,196 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2009 23,196 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 23,079 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2008 23,072 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 22,602 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 20,665 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 19,591 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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R831 BCL is a 1998 Suzuki TS50 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 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 R831 BCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R831 BCL registered?

R831 BCL is a 1998 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R831 BCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R831 BCL 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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