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T979 DFC

1999 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2015
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,713 mi
Last recorded22,713 miles
Recorded on12 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Suzuki AP508,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT979 DFC
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2014 22,713 miles

Clock surround cracked

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front tyre perishing

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

Fail 29 Apr 2014 22,711 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Clock surround cracked

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front tyre perishing

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 20,310 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 19,494 miles

flat battery

Fail 12 May 2009 19,494 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

flat battery

Pass 18 Apr 2008 18,529 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 18,086 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 18,086 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 15,114 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 15,114 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(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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T979 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1999 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 8,196 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 AP50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 789 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T979 DFC, 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 27 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T979 DFC registered?

T979 DFC is a 1999 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 9 April 1999.

Is T979 DFC safe to buy?

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