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BX58 CBU

2008 Aprilia Sr 50 R

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

71,840 mi
Last recorded71,840 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Aprilia Sr 50 R9,632 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX58 CBU
MakeAprilia
ModelSr 50 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 71,840 miles

Front tyre slightly deteriorated (splitting)

Fail 4 Aug 2026 71,840 miles

Front tyre slightly deteriorated (splitting)

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 71,840 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2025 71,840 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 71,840 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2023 71,840 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022
Fail 21 Apr 2022

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Sep 2019 7,184 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 May 2014 8,781 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 7,551 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 10,777 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2011 10,777 miles

Offside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sr 50 R?

Based on 3,144 MOT tests across 796 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
1,169
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
796
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 137
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 131
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 78
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 66
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BX58 CBU is a 2008 Aprilia Sr 50 R in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Aprilia Sr 50 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 9,632 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 Sr 50 R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX58 CBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sr 50 R typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Aprilia Sr 50 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BX58 CBU registered?

BX58 CBU is a 2008 Aprilia Sr 50 R, first registered on 3 October 2008.

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