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P239 LYA

1997 Aprilia Pegaso

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

40,548 mi
Last recorded40,548 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Pegaso23,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP239 LYA
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 40,548 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 39,052 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front forks have slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Sep 2023 39,052 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front forks have slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 37,810 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2023 37,810 miles

Brake rod insecure Foot lever to Mastercylinder (1.1.15 (c))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Mar 2019 37,312 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Mar 2019 37,312 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2018 36,472 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 36,457 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 35,726 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 34,428 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 33,462 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fuel hose perished

n/s pillioin footrest fouling on s/arm

Pass 3 Sep 2010 31,360 miles

unable to see rear pads

Fail 2 Sep 2010 31,360 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

unable to see rear pads

Pass 25 Jun 2009 30,289 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 30,173 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 30,159 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 May 2007 24,750 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 22,915 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso?

Based on 2,050 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Direction indicator not working 11
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P239 LYA is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia Pegaso models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 23,002 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 Pegaso fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P239 LYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P239 LYA registered?

P239 LYA is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso, first registered on 15 March 1997.

Is P239 LYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P239 LYA shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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