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LJ53 OVP

2003 Aprilia Leonardo

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,979 mi
Last recorded15,979 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2012
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Leonardo14,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 OVP
MakeAprilia
ModelLeonardo
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2012 15,979 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2012 15,979 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2011 15,452 miles

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

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

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

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 1 Apr 2010 12,850 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2010

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 11,741 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 11,376 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 9,460 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Leonardo?

Based on 1,143 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
1,145
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
wheel bearings have excessive free play 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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LJ53 OVP is a 2003 Aprilia Leonardo in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Leonardo models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 14,789 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 Leonardo fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 OVP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Leonardo typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia Leonardo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 OVP registered?

LJ53 OVP is a 2003 Aprilia Leonardo, first registered on 16 December 2003.

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