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P116 EAV

1996 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

15,197 mi
Last recorded15,197 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS 25012,139 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 EAV
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 15,197 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 15,091 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 15,031 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 14,998 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 14,986 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 14,974 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 14,963 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 14,953 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 14,927 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 15 May 2015 14,917 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 14,890 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 14,672 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 14,586 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 14,452 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 14,292 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,255 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 14,190 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 14,150 miles
Fail 25 May 2007 14,150 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2006 13,744 miles

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

Fail 3 Jun 2006 13,741 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

non obligatory lamp insecure/defective

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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P116 EAV is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 P116 EAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P116 EAV registered?

P116 EAV is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 19 November 1996.

Is P116 EAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 EAV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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