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L21 NFG

2005 Aprilia SL1000

Bronze Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

29,182 mi
Last recorded29,182 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Aprilia SL100016,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL21 NFG
MakeAprilia
ModelSL1000
Year2005
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 29,182 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 27 Apr 2026 29,181 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 29,178 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 28,754 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise tyre 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Advise fluctuation NEAR FAIL (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 28,058 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 25,830 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 23,108 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 16,952 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 23,986 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 12,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 9,480 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 6,834 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 5,416 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 5,178 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 4,278 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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L21 NFG is a 2005 Aprilia SL1000 in Bronze with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia SL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,271 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 L21 NFG, 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 21 years old, this Aprilia SL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L21 NFG registered?

L21 NFG is a 2005 Aprilia SL1000, first registered on 3 September 2005.

Is L21 NFG safe to buy?

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