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FM03 RMU

2003 Aprilia Area 51

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,799 mi
Last recorded12,799 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Area 516,206 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 RMU
MakeAprilia
ModelArea 51
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 12,799 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2014 12,799 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,828 miles

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

Fail 17 Aug 2013 8,787 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2012 4,774 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 4,516 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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FM03 RMU is a 2003 Aprilia Area 51 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Area 51 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 6,206 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 FM03 RMU, 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 23 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 FM03 RMU registered?

FM03 RMU is a 2003 Aprilia Area 51, first registered on 12 June 2003.

Is FM03 RMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM03 RMU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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