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W227 JBJ

2000 Suzuki AP50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

6,302 mi
Last recorded6,302 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2000 Suzuki AP507,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW227 JBJ
MakeSuzuki
ModelAP50
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 6,302 miles

All direction indicators light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 6,302 miles

Lower part of frame corroded

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Aug 2018 6,302 miles

Brake hose excessively twisted Not secured to bottom yoke & catching inside L/H side of front panel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect R & L forks (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure Loose in front panel (4.1.1 (c))

Rear Brake lever pivot excessively worn Lever bracket broken & insecure (1.1.1 (b))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak R & L fork seals (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working F & R operated (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Worn on to metal pad backing (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Lower part of frame corroded

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering head bearings have slight play

Top handlebar cover insecure

Pass 21 Aug 2017 5,141 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 5,133 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 5,133 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 5,092 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front position lamp only

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

Fail 14 Aug 2014 4,903 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 4,903 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 4,901 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2013 4,901 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Dip beam bulb inoperative. Not required on a moped.

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 4,769 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 4,674 miles

Dip beam inoperative - not required - moped

Front brake control notchy

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 4,570 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 4,463 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 4,302 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2006 4,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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W227 JBJ is a 2000 Suzuki AP50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2000 Suzuki AP50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 7,512 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W227 JBJ, 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 26 years old, this Suzuki AP50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W227 JBJ registered?

W227 JBJ is a 2000 Suzuki AP50, first registered on 5 August 2000.

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