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S862 JNW

1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

16,296 mi
Last recorded16,296 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx17,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS862 JNW
MakeSuzuki
ModelTs 50 Erkx
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 16,296 miles

Chain guard slightly loose Bolt missing (6.1.7 (i))

Rear Brake component slightly loose Slight movement in brake drum anchoring (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Suspension linkage (5.3.3 (d))

Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 16,296 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Tight and notchy (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard slightly loose Bolt missing (6.1.7 (i))

Rear Brake component slightly loose Slight movement in brake drum anchoring (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess Suspension linkage (5.3.3 (d))

Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 14,574 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock pivot linkages all bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jul 2020 14,574 miles

Fuel cap ineffective cracked and rubber missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure spit pin missing on tuque arm to rear brake (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock pivot linkages all bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 12,648 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Fail 3 Nov 2017 12,648 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2016 11,653 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 11,653 miles

Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 10,003 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 9,998 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,998 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 9,285 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 8,157 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2011 8,157 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 5,875 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 820 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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S862 JNW is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 S862 JNW, 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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S862 JNW is a 1998 Suzuki Ts 50 Erkx, first registered on 23 December 1998.

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