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VX51 XSZ

2001 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,176 mi
Last recorded11,176 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Suzuki AP507,553 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX51 XSZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2013 11,176 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2013 11,176 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2011 9,424 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 9,191 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2010 9,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 8,427 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2008 8,194 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 8,194 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 8,185 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear number plate cracked

Pass 29 Jul 2006 6,335 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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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VX51 XSZ is a 2001 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2001 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 7,553 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 VX51 XSZ, 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 25 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX51 XSZ registered?

VX51 XSZ is a 2001 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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