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P241 MHK

1997 Aprilia RS125R

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2018
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

19,895 mi
Last recorded19,895 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS125R17,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 MHK
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125R
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2017 19,895 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2016 18,093 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 24 Nov 2016 18,850 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Nov 2016 18,082 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 16,382 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2015 16,377 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 16,318 miles

Front Lower Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 17 Feb 2015 16,252 miles

Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Pass 28 May 2013 11,930 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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P241 MHK is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P241 MHK, 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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P241 MHK is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R, first registered on 31 March 1997.

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