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LX03 NRL

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

28,499 mi
Last recorded28,499 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX03 NRL
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 28,499 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

front sprocket cover missing

Fail 15 Apr 2016 28,498 miles

Direction indicator missing all (1.5.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

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

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

front sprocket cover missing

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Aug 2011 27,304 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 25,514 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 25,447 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,755 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

slight movement on throttle control

Pass 28 Mar 2008 14,141 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Mar 2008 14,141 miles

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

Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Mar 2007 11,586 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 7,343 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2006 7,343 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?

Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,395
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,304
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,096
wheel bearings have excessive free play 805
Drive chain excessively loose 679
Footrest missing 571
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LX03 NRL is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 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 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX03 NRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LX03 NRL is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 11 June 2003.

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