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BU05 NVM

2005 Aprilia Rsv

Silver Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,666 mi
Last recorded16,666 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Aprilia Rsv10,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 NVM
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 16,666 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 16,666 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front does not operate (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 16,638 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 16,593 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 16,562 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 16,518 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 16,446 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 16,392 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2018 16,387 miles

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 16,304 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2015 15,862 miles

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 13 Jul 2013 14,791 miles

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2013 14,791 miles

Offside Headlamp aim headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 13,186 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 13,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 11,304 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2010 10,800 miles

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 9,894 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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BU05 NVM is a 2005 Aprilia Rsv in Silver with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,050 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 BU05 NVM, 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 21 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU05 NVM registered?

BU05 NVM is a 2005 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 1 June 2005.

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