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BU03 WMP

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,773 mi
Last recorded48,773 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 WMP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2018 48,773 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 48,773 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 41,618 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 41,618 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired No dipped beam pattern (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 40,388 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 39,607 miles

Tested as single seat bike no rear pegs fitted

Fail 24 Aug 2015 39,607 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick Front (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Tested as single seat bike no rear pegs fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2014 36,166 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 35,789 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 30,924 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 23 May 2009 30,924 miles

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 May 2008 22,528 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 21,936 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 26 Jan 2007 21,936 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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 WMP is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 BU03 WMP, 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.

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BU03 WMP is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 21 March 2003.

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