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DX05 JBY

2005 Aprilia RX50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

97,919 mi
Last recorded97,919 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Aprilia RX5013,036 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 JBY
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 97,919 miles

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Fail 7 Jun 2025 97,919 miles

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

Rear Chain guard missing ()

Pass 2 Apr 2021 7,919 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2019 26,695 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 22,717 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 31,165 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 30,635 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 28,442 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 24,217 miles

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

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

fuel pipe slightly split at the fuel tap connection

Fail 6 Aug 2011 24,206 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

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

fuel pipe slightly split at the fuel tap connection

Pass 7 Aug 2010 21,638 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Aug 2010 21,638 miles

Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 17,128 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 14,596 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2008 14,596 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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DX05 JBY is a 2005 Aprilia RX50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 13,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 JBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX05 JBY registered?

DX05 JBY is a 2005 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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