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P309 SWX

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,986 mi
Last recorded22,986 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 SWX
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2019 22,986 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,881 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 16,889 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 15,145 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2008 13,862 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 12,070 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 10,067 miles

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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P309 SWX is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P309 SWX, 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.

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What year was P309 SWX registered?

P309 SWX is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P309 SWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P309 SWX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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