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VU52 RJV

2002 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,138 mi
Last recorded17,138 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2014
Typical for 2002 Suzuki AP507,046 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 RJV
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2014 17,138 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2014 17,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 14,002 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 13,002 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 13,002 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 12,722 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2010 11,323 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 11,306 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 9,857 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2009 9,857 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2008 8,344 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 8,344 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 6,985 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 5,656 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 4,410 miles

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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VU52 RJV is a 2002 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 7,046 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 VU52 RJV, 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 24 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was VU52 RJV registered?

VU52 RJV is a 2002 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 13 September 2002.

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The MOT history for VU52 RJV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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