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BV53 DXE

2004 Aprilia SR50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,450 mi
Last recorded24,450 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Aprilia SR5014,679 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 DXE
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2013 24,450 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 24,376 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2012 24,293 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 2 Sep 2011 19,020 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 19,019 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2010 14,897 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 14,897 miles

Offside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 11,687 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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BV53 DXE is a 2004 Aprilia SR50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2004 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 14,679 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 BV53 DXE, 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 22 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV53 DXE registered?

BV53 DXE is a 2004 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 14 January 2004.

Is BV53 DXE safe to buy?

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