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S235 JRU

1998 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,781 mi
Last recorded17,781 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2013
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AP508,807 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS235 JRU
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2013 17,781 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fairings damaged and poor repair but secure, seat damaged but secure

Pass 11 Aug 2010 13,823 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2010 13,823 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Mar 2008 13,823 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2007 12,548 miles

engine smokey

speedo cable not working

Fail 9 Mar 2007 1,745 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (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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S235 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 S235 JRU, 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 S235 JRU registered?

S235 JRU is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 16 August 1998.

Is S235 JRU safe to buy?

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