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BU03 UKN

2003 Aprilia Rsv

Black Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

39,069 mi
Last recorded39,069 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Rsv12,773 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 UKN
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 39,069 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2026 39,033 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2025 34,188 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 18,350 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 29,225 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2013 29,073 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 17,985 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 28,129 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,933 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 27,904 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 27,048 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 27,048 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 15,590 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2006 13,101 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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BU03 UKN is a 2003 Aprilia Rsv in Black with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 12,773 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 BU03 UKN, 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 23 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU03 UKN registered?

BU03 UKN is a 2003 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 9 May 2003.

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