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M771 FYJ

1997 Aprilia RS125

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,204 mi
Last recorded48,204 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS12520,185 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM771 FYJ
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 48,204 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 38,574 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 36,482 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side stand pivot slightly worn

slight play in clutch lever pivots

Fail 3 Oct 2013 36,482 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side stand pivot slightly worn

slight play in clutch lever pivots

Pass 17 Sep 2012 35,640 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 34,798 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

rear brake heel plate loose

Fail 9 Jan 2008 34,764 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

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

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

rear brake heel plate loose

Pass 25 Jan 2007 32,372 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125?

Based on 51,570 MOT tests across 7,988 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
1,061
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
7,988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,940
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,706
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,383
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,199
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,094
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M771 FYJ is a 1997 Aprilia RS125 in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 20,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,940 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M771 FYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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M771 FYJ is a 1997 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 17 July 1997.

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