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R978 GGJ

1997 Suzuki TS50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

18,136 mi
Last recorded18,136 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Suzuki TS5020,178 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR978 GGJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,136 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 18,136 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 22 May 2013 18,136 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 8 Mar 2011 18,136 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 14,449 miles

on play in rear suspension linkages

Fail 14 Apr 2010 14,449 miles

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

Lower Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

on play in rear suspension linkages

Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,969 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2008 9,191 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 19,488 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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R978 GGJ is a 1997 Suzuki TS50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R978 GGJ, 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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R978 GGJ is a 1997 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 20 September 1997.

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