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BU05 NVH

2005 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,830 mi
Last recorded28,830 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2014
Typical for 2005 Aprilia RS 5016,650 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 NVH
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2014 28,830 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 Oct 2014 28,830 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 28,830 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 25,514 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2012 24,935 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 24,798 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Main and dip beam's incorrectly connected.

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 7 Jul 2011 22,517 miles

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

Front brake operation indicates air in system, but servicable at time of test

Left riders foot rest broken, but still servicable

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 22,517 miles

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

Front brake operation indicates air in system, but servicable at time of test

Left riders foot rest broken, but still servicable

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 17,961 miles

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

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

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 29 Jul 2010 17,961 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

front tyre pressure low

rear tyre pressure low

Pass 30 May 2008 15,682 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2008 15,659 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

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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BU05 NVH is a 2005 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 16,650 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 BU05 NVH, 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 21 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU05 NVH is a 2005 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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