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DX51 VXT

2001 Aprilia Area 51

Yellow Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

17,565 mi
Last recorded17,565 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2014
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Area 517,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 VXT
MakeAprilia
ModelArea 51
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2014 17,565 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 17,565 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 14,467 miles

center mounting deterated

exhaust badly corroded

front tyre worn

Fail 14 Jan 2013 14,467 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

center mounting deterated

exhaust badly corroded

front tyre worn

Pass 20 Jan 2012 12,577 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 12,577 miles

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

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Rear tyre contaminated with brake fluid.

Fail 31 Jan 2009 11,742 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 9,650 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 5,114 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Area 51?

Based on 1,332 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 20
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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DX51 VXT is a 2001 Aprilia Area 51 in Yellow with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Area 51 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 7,470 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 Area 51 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 VXT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Area 51 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Area 51 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX51 VXT registered?

DX51 VXT is a 2001 Aprilia Area 51, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is DX51 VXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 VXT shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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