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S977 FFM

1998 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

8,953 mi
Last recorded8,953 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1998 Suzuki AP508,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS977 FFM
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 8,953 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 8,953 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2015 8,833 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 8,750 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 8,745 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2013 8,590 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 8,345 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 8,060 miles

lower frame starting to corrod

Pass 1 Sep 2009 7,841 miles

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 7,770 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 7,766 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 6,455 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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S977 FFM is a 1998 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S977 FFM, 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 S977 FFM registered?

S977 FFM is a 1998 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 16 December 1998.

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