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LJ08 DVF

2008 Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver

Orange Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

27,033 mi
Last recorded27,033 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver11,009 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ08 DVF
MakeAprilia
ModelSl 750 Shiver
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 27,033 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 27,007 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 26,970 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower pinch bolt missing from wheel spindle

Pass 19 Jul 2022 25,008 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 23,963 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 21,058 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2019 21,023 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 15,378 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2018 15,378 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 11,247 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 10,101 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 5,296 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 4,659 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 3,780 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 3,432 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 3,178 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver?

Based on 4,706 MOT tests across 476 vehicles.

86.0%
Pass Rate
812
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
476
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 39
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
reflector on motorcycle missing 23
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
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LJ08 DVF is a 2008 Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver in Orange with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 11,009 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 Sl 750 Shiver fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ08 DVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LJ08 DVF is a 2008 Aprilia Sl 750 Shiver, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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