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LK03 LDN

2003 Aprilia RX50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

16,523 mi
Last recorded16,523 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2011
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RX5016,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK03 LDN
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2011 16,523 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

slight cracking in front tyre

Fail 14 Nov 2011 16,523 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

2-stroke oil filler tank cap missing

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

cracking in tread of rear tyre

Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,062 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 24 Sep 2010 14,062 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Aug 2009 13,827 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 13,827 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 13,375 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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LK03 LDN is a 2003 Aprilia RX50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 16,036 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 RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LK03 LDN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LK03 LDN is a 2003 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 22 May 2003.

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