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N279 PPB

1995 Aprilia RS 250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,430 mi
Last recorded18,430 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 1995 Aprilia RS 25012,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN279 PPB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 18,430 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 17,952 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 17,739 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 17,474 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 17,390 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,248 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 14,555 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 14,533 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear 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)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 12,171 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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N279 PPB is a 1995 Aprilia RS 250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1995 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 12,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N279 PPB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N279 PPB registered?

N279 PPB is a 1995 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 29 November 1995.

Is N279 PPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N279 PPB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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