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DX53 MTE

2004 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,959 mi
Last recorded38,959 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Aprilia RS 5016,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 MTE
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 38,959 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2017 33,140 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front screen cracked

petrol cap worn

Pass 18 Jun 2014 21,620 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,240 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 13,459 miles

Both handlebars slightly bent

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

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front brake slightly spongy

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 13,459 miles

Both handlebars slightly bent

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

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Front brake slightly spongy

Rear Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 10,033 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 9,982 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 17 Oct 2007 9,938 miles

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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DX53 MTE is a 2004 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 16,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DX53 MTE, 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 22 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DX53 MTE registered?

DX53 MTE is a 2004 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 23 January 2004.

Is DX53 MTE safe to buy?

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