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AE03 VHX

2003 Aprilia Caponord

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,397 mi
Last recorded29,397 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Caponord19,943 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VHX
MakeAprilia
ModelCaponord
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 29,397 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 29,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 28,453 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 26,149 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 23,337 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 16,420 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 15,026 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 12,680 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 12,658 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 11,268 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 9,226 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2007 7,343 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 4,999 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 4,923 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Caponord?

Based on 5,681 MOT tests across 610 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
1,253
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
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AE03 VHX is a 2003 Aprilia Caponord in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Caponord models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 19,943 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 Aprilia Caponord fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 VHX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Caponord typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia Caponord is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE03 VHX registered?

AE03 VHX is a 2003 Aprilia Caponord, first registered on 7 May 2003.

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The MOT history for AE03 VHX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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