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DX53 MTU

2003 Aprilia Tuono

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2020
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,235 mi
Last recorded29,235 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Tuono18,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 MTU
MakeAprilia
ModelTuono
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2019 29,235 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 29,228 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable direction wrong (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2014 29,144 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2012 28,498 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2012 28,493 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 26,587 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 23,279 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 21,008 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 19,255 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 18,922 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

handlebars slightly bent

How Reliable is the Aprilia Tuono?

Based on 42,169 MOT tests across 4,655 vehicles.

89.5%
Pass Rate
871
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
4,655
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 230
reflector on motorcycle missing 164
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 112
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 101
Drive chain excessively loose 63
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DX53 MTU is a 2003 Aprilia Tuono in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Tuono models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 18,200 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 Tuono fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 230 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 MTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Tuono typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia Tuono is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX53 MTU registered?

DX53 MTU is a 2003 Aprilia Tuono, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is DX53 MTU safe to buy?

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