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DX08 DPU

2008 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

16,084 mi
Last recorded16,084 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Aprilia RS 5010,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 DPU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2014 16,084 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2013 13,109 miles

Front mudguard has damage

Fail 5 Jan 2013 13,109 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front mudguard has damage

Pass 7 Apr 2012

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2012

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Tyre Under inflated

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,746 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Mar 2011

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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
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DX08 DPU is a 2008 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2008 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 10,556 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 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 DX08 DPU, 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 18 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX08 DPU?

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What year was DX08 DPU registered?

DX08 DPU is a 2008 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is DX08 DPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 DPU shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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