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LA02 OVU

2002 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,737 mi
Last recorded11,737 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Aprilia RS16,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA02 OVU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2016 11,737 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure rear hugger insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 23 Nov 2016 11,723 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly not returning (6.2.1f)

Motorcycle structure slightly insecure rear hugger insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 9,465 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 20,447 miles

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

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 20,447 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 20,446 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 20,446 miles

Nearside Front Lower Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Oct 2011 20,446 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 1 Oct 2011 20,446 miles

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

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 19,636 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2010 19,636 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

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

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 14,040 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 10,586 miles

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

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 10,586 miles

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2006 6,789 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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LA02 OVU is a 2002 Aprilia RS in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 16,860 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 RS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA02 OVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Aprilia RS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA02 OVU registered?

LA02 OVU is a 2002 Aprilia RS, first registered on 16 August 2002.

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