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S42 AVL

1998 Suzuki Ap 50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2009
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,575 mi
Last recorded12,575 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ap 506,942 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS42 AVL
MakeSuzuki
ModelAp 50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2008 12,575 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 12,575 miles

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,949 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 10,945 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Suzuki Ap 50?

Based on 1,652 MOT tests across 475 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
751
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
475
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 166
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 50
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 45
Tyre tread not clearly visible 45
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 41
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S42 AVL is a 1998 Suzuki Ap 50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki Ap 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 6,942 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 Ap 50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 166 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S42 AVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Ap 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Suzuki Ap 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S42 AVL registered?

S42 AVL is a 1998 Suzuki Ap 50, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S42 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S42 AVL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S42 AVL have outstanding finance?

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