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S144 URT

1998 Suzuki AP50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,737 mi
Last recorded18,737 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AP508,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS144 URT
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2011 18,737 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2011 18,732 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Nov 2010 16,931 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2010 16,931 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front tyre pressure low.

Pass 23 Nov 2009 15,607 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 15,607 miles

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

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 13,781 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 11,756 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 11,756 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Nov 2006 9,849 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2005 7,887 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2005 7,887 miles

Offside Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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S144 URT is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 S144 URT, 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 S144 URT registered?

S144 URT is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 7 December 1998.

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