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BU51 SYC

2001 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,823 mi
Last recorded30,823 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2014
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS 5020,805 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 SYC
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 1 Sep 2014 30,823 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 30,823 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 30,819 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 30,819 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2011 29,664 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 29,405 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 29,405 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 29,383 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 29,047 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 16,914 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 16,891 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2005 13,237 miles

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
Full Aprilia RS 50 reliability report

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BU51 SYC is a 2001 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 20,805 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 BU51 SYC, 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 25 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU51 SYC registered?

BU51 SYC is a 2001 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 12 September 2001.

Is BU51 SYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 SYC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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