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AU56 BJZ

2006 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,887 mi
Last recorded29,887 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Aprilia RS 5014,883 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU56 BJZ
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 29,887 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

exhaust system rusty

Fail 30 Jun 2026 29,887 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

exhaust system rusty

Pass 16 Dec 2024 29,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 16 Dec 2024 29,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 May 2017 28,067 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

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

slight oil leak

Pass 9 May 2016 27,196 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

EXHAUST CORRODED (FRONT PIPE)

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Pass 16 Apr 2015 24,712 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,680 miles

front mudguard mount slightly damaged

n/s switch gear lose

Fail 5 Apr 2014 19,633 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

n/s switch gear lose

Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,367 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 13,532 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 13,532 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 7,887 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2009 7,865 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2008 4,101 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front mudguard broken

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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AU56 BJZ is a 2006 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 14,883 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 AU56 BJZ, 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 20 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU56 BJZ registered?

AU56 BJZ is a 2006 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 23 October 2006.

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