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N878 VPJ

1996 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

9,128 mi
Last recorded9,128 miles
Recorded on10 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS 25012,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN878 VPJ
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2025 9,128 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 8,926 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 8,755 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 8,542 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 8,255 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 8,124 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 7,575 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 7,402 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 7,402 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 6,934 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 6,755 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 6,659 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 6,659 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 6,023 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 5,037 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 4,412 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 4,251 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 20 May 2010 4,251 miles

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

front brakes binding slightly

Pass 13 Oct 2006 4,044 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 4,044 miles

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

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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N878 VPJ is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,139 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 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N878 VPJ, 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 30 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 N878 VPJ registered?

N878 VPJ is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 17 June 1996.

Is N878 VPJ safe to buy?

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