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AE53 OPZ

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

24,339 mi
Last recorded24,339 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 OPZ
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 24,339 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 24,339 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 15 Oct 2021 24,339 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Sep 2020 24,135 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 18,757 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 18,757 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 17,009 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 11,229 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 11,227 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 11,227 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

gear pedal broken. cannot use

Fail 10 Mar 2012 10,550 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,718 miles

Front tyre wear is un-even due to the tyre being run flat. Rear suspension is a little stiff in operation.

Fail 19 Mar 2011 7,718 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Front tyre wear is un-even due to the tyre being run flat. Rear suspension is a little stiff in operation.

Pass 19 Mar 2010 6,920 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?

Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,395
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,304
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,096
wheel bearings have excessive free play 805
Drive chain excessively loose 679
Footrest missing 571
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AE53 OPZ is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 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 RS 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 OPZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE53 OPZ registered?

AE53 OPZ is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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