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P276 YWX

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

10,017 mi
Last recorded10,017 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2009
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP276 YWX
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2009 10,017 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2009 10,005 miles

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

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

Oil leak

advise rider rear tyre covered in oil dangerous and should not be ridden away

Pass 7 May 2008 8,194 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 7 May 2008 8,194 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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P276 YWX is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 12,367 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 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 P276 YWX, 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 29 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 P276 YWX registered?

P276 YWX is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 4 June 1997.

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