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BU53 NYC

2003 Aprilia SR50

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,541 mi
Last recorded15,541 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Aprilia SR5014,470 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 NYC
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 15,541 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 15,541 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 15,475 miles

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component lower stantions (2.3.4)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 14,006 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 21,194 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 16,609 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 10,580 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 10,574 miles

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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BU53 NYC is a 2003 Aprilia SR50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 14,470 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 NYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BU53 NYC registered?

BU53 NYC is a 2003 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is BU53 NYC safe to buy?

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