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FX53 HCV

2003 Aprilia SR50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,609 mi
Last recorded29,609 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Aprilia SR5014,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 HCV
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 29,609 miles

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

Fail 21 Oct 2025 29,609 miles

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 28,511 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 28,428 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2023 28,406 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2023 28,340 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Tyre damaged

Pass 28 Jul 2022 25,991 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 24,974 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 34,553 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 32,303 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2010 32,301 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 9,366 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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FX53 HCV is a 2003 Aprilia SR50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 14,470 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 HCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FX53 HCV registered?

FX53 HCV is a 2003 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 17 October 2003.

Is FX53 HCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 HCV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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