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BU03 WLV

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,851 mi
Last recorded23,851 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 WLV
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 23,851 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 7 Sep 2013 23,815 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2012 23,562 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 23,562 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 27,081 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 23,081 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 17,896 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 24 Mar 2007 17,647 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2005 10,724 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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BU03 WLV is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU03 WLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU03 WLV registered?

BU03 WLV is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 25 March 2003.

Is BU03 WLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 WLV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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