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BL53 GAU

2004 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,069 mi
Last recorded8,069 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 GAU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 8,069 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 7,720 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 6,684 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 6,684 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 10,756 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 6,585 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 6,528 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 6,413 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 6,167 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 6,167 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 5,746 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 5,201 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 5,131 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 4,294 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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BL53 GAU is a 2004 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL53 GAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BL53 GAU registered?

BL53 GAU is a 2004 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is BL53 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 GAU 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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