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FM03 VKB

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

29,720 mi
Last recorded29,720 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM03 VKB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2018 29,720 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2017 28,179 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2016 25,295 miles

handle bars slightly bent n/s

Fail 3 Nov 2015 25,295 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition unable to test exhaust>bike wont start (7.1.2)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly not connected and housing missing (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick worn to metal (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

handle bars slightly bent

Pass 1 Sep 2014 22,066 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

handle bars bent

Fail 21 Aug 2014 22,066 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Front position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

handle bars bent

rear brake not working

Pass 10 Jul 2013 16,605 miles

head lamp fairing/support broken

Fail 2 Jul 2013 16,605 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2012 12,728 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 12,708 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 11,715 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 11,702 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 11,702 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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FM03 VKB is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 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 FM03 VKB, 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 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FM03 VKB is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 29 August 2003.

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