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AE03 VWS

2003 Aprilia RS125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

58,275 mi
Last recorded58,275 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS125R16,598 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE03 VWS
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125R
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 58,275 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 Sep 2018 58,275 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 55,244 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,838 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive play in swing arm bushes (2.4.B.4)

Fail 6 Apr 2016 49,752 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride missing front pinch bolt bottom fork leg O/S but secondary one fitted (6.2.1h)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy rear brake very poor performance needs bleeding (3.1.4a)

Fail 29 Mar 2016 49,391 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride missing front pinch bolt bottom fork leg O/S but secondary one fitted (6.2.1h)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy rear brake very poor performance needs bleeding (3.1.4a)

Pass 3 Apr 2015 47,668 miles

Front fork pin broken O/S

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 47,668 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front fork pin broken O/S

Front position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2a)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 42,356 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 42,643 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 41,245 miles

drive chain worn

o/side footrest mounting damaged

rear sprocket to hub worn

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Fail 11 Feb 2012 41,245 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

drive chain worn

Pass 14 Feb 2011 33,544 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 16,290 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

rear tyre has flat spot

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125R?

Based on 3,760 MOT tests across 525 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,049
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
525
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 157
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 127
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 104
wheel bearings have excessive free play 97
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AE03 VWS is a 2003 Aprilia RS125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 16,598 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 RS125R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE03 VWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS125R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AE03 VWS is a 2003 Aprilia RS125R, first registered on 11 March 2003.

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