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AF52 VAA

2002 Aprilia Rsv

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,026 mi
Last recorded31,026 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Aprilia Rsv16,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF52 VAA
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 31,026 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 30,524 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 18,104 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 17,463 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2021 17,463 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 27,274 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 16,309 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2017 16,306 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 15,600 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,377 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 12,578 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 12,578 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 18,532 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 18,500 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 18,492 miles

Front Brake hose stretched by suspension movement (3.2.B3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2009 18,200 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,920 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 9,914 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 7,860 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 4,757 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Rsv?

Based on 87,683 MOT tests across 8,701 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 918
reflector on motorcycle missing 860
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 511
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 410
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
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AF52 VAA is a 2002 Aprilia Rsv in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 16,670 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 Rsv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 918 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF52 VAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Rsv typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF52 VAA registered?

AF52 VAA is a 2002 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is AF52 VAA safe to buy?

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