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S988 UCL

1998 Suzuki TS50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

17,372 mi
Last recorded17,372 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Suzuki TS5016,567 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS988 UCL
MakeSuzuki
ModelTS50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2012 17,372 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Sep 2012 17,369 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 30 Aug 2011 17,049 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

no mirrors fitted to machine at time of test

x2 o/s engine/chassis plate bolts are short .

Pass 11 Jun 2010 16,735 miles

1/ slight play in rear suspension mounting bushs

Pass 29 Nov 2008 10,306 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 10,305 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 10,305 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 10,242 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Fail 24 Mar 2007

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 9,875 miles

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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S988 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki TS50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S988 UCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S988 UCL registered?

S988 UCL is a 1998 Suzuki TS50, first registered on 23 September 1998.

Is S988 UCL safe to buy?

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