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VO03 FZS

2003 Suzuki AP50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

10,783 mi
Last recorded10,783 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Suzuki AP506,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 FZS
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2010 10,783 miles

Centre Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 9,766 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2009 9,766 miles

Centre Rear Lower Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 8,948 miles

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

Centre Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 8,948 miles

Offside Front Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Centre Lower Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2007 7,665 miles

1, cradle body bushes worn close to limit.

Fail 13 Oct 2007 7,665 miles

1, cradle body bushes worn close to limit.

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 13 Jul 2006 5,737 miles

rear tyre tread close to limit.

Fail 3 Jul 2006 5,587 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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VO03 FZS is a 2003 Suzuki AP50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 6,731 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 VO03 FZS, 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 23 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VO03 FZS registered?

VO03 FZS is a 2003 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 14 June 2003.

Is VO03 FZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for VO03 FZS shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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