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V253 ETT

1999 Suzuki AP50

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2013
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

8,725 mi
Last recorded8,725 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 1999 Suzuki AP508,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV253 ETT
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 8,725 miles

speedo appears inoperative

Fail 31 Aug 2012 8,725 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 25 Oct 2010 8,655 miles

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 8,655 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

tyre pressures low

Pass 6 Jul 2006 6,239 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 6,227 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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V253 ETT is a 1999 Suzuki AP50 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V253 ETT, 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 V253 ETT registered?

V253 ETT is a 1999 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 7 October 1999.

Is V253 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V253 ETT shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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