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DX53 ULM

2004 Aprilia SL1000

Red Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,141 mi
Last recorded25,141 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Aprilia SL100016,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 ULM
MakeAprilia
ModelSL1000
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2024 25,141 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2024 25,137 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 40,439 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 23,910 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2016 23,656 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 21,968 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 20,208 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,779 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 16,772 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 13,576 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 10,551 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 4,927 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Jul 2007 766 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia SL1000?

Based on 9,639 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 114
Horn not working 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 41
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DX53 ULM is a 2004 Aprilia SL1000 in Red with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Aprilia SL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 16,986 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 SL1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 ULM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 22 years old, this Aprilia SL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX53 ULM registered?

DX53 ULM is a 2004 Aprilia SL1000, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is DX53 ULM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX53 ULM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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