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BU05 UVM

2005 Aprilia SL1000

Bronze Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,828 mi
Last recorded57,828 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Aprilia SL100016,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 UVM
MakeAprilia
ModelSL1000
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 57,828 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2025 57,689 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 57,632 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 57,468 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 56,730 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 3 May 2022 56,653 miles

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2021 56,025 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 55,046 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Jun 2019 54,996 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 52,319 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2016 47,861 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2015 45,834 miles

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

Fail 30 Mar 2015 45,834 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 39,227 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 31,944 miles
Fail 18 May 2013 31,944 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 36,296 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2011 39,732 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2010 33,053 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 30,217 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 22,486 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia SL1000?

Based on 9,639 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 114
Horn not working 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 41
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BU05 UVM is a 2005 Aprilia SL1000 in Bronze with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia SL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,271 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 SL1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 UVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia SL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BU05 UVM is a 2005 Aprilia SL1000, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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