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NK53 FSU

2003 Aprilia RS125

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,243 mi
Last recorded32,243 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS12515,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 FSU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2023 32,243 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 May 2020 31,916 miles

rear seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 27 May 2020 31,839 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 31,392 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 30,363 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2017 30,363 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear brake pedal stop bolt missing - pedal excessively high.

Drive chain split link incorrectly fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2016 27,972 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 25 Mar 2016 27,972 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 22 Oct 2014 21,535 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 21,531 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 21,403 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Jul 2013 17,395 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 17,386 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 17,386 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 13,510 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 9,709 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 9,389 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 6,123 miles

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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NK53 FSU is a 2003 Aprilia RS125 in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 15,397 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 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 NK53 FSU, 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 23 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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NK53 FSU is a 2003 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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