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P197 LKE

1997 Aprilia RS125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

11,671 mi
Last recorded11,671 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS125R17,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 LKE
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125R
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,671 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 11,240 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 10,261 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 8,414 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 6,432 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 6,432 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Jul 2007 3,799 miles

slight judder on front brake

Fail 5 Jul 2007 3,799 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

slight judder on front brake

Pass 10 Jul 2006 3,456 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125R?

Based on 3,760 MOT tests across 525 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,049
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
525
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 157
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 127
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 104
wheel bearings have excessive free play 97
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P197 LKE is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 17,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS125R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P197 LKE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P197 LKE registered?

P197 LKE is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R, first registered on 25 January 1997.

Is P197 LKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 LKE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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