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R953 KGX

1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,009 mi
Last recorded20,009 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2009
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx17,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR953 KGX
MakeSuzuki
ModelTs 50 Erkx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2009 20,009 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 20,009 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 3 May 2008 11,479 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 May 2007 5,788 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 5,788 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2006 2,002 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx?

Based on 573 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
837
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 30
suspension bush has excessive free play 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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R953 KGX is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 17,116 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 Ts 50 Erkx fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R953 KGX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R953 KGX registered?

R953 KGX is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx, first registered on 16 May 1998.

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