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FJ54 VLX

2004 Aprilia RX50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Aprilia RX509,573 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 VLX
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016
Pass 3 Jul 2015
Pass 1 Sep 2014

Front Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 662 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012
Fail 16 Jun 2012

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 62,580 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 4,132 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 4,132 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 196 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 196 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

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

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension fouling which affects the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 May 2008

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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FJ54 VLX is a 2004 Aprilia RX50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 9,573 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ54 VLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 22 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FJ54 VLX is a 2004 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 1 December 2004.

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