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M487 NEL

1995 Aprilia RS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,169 mi
Last recorded1,169 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2024
Typical for 1995 Aprilia RS25013,590 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 NEL
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024 1,169 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 1,164 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 1,032 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 823 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 28 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2017 33,068 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 33,023 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 31,729 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 31,729 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 30,654 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 28,761 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 28,136 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 26,345 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 24,072 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 8 May 2008 24,072 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Apr 2007 23,599 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 22,148 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 22,148 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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M487 NEL is a 1995 Aprilia RS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1995 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 13,590 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M487 NEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M487 NEL registered?

M487 NEL is a 1995 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M487 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M487 NEL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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