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S872 FTN

1998 Suzuki TS50

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,232 mi
Last recorded6,232 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TS5016,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS872 FTN
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 6,232 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 6,089 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2013 5,709 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 5,709 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 12 May 2012 5,288 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 5,146 miles
Fail 21 May 2007 5,146 miles

Front Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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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S872 FTN is a 1998 Suzuki TS50 in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Suzuki TS50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 16,567 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S872 FTN, 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 28 years old, this Suzuki TS50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of S872 FTN?

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What year was S872 FTN registered?

S872 FTN is a 1998 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S872 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S872 FTN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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