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P391 SMJ

1997 Aprilia SR50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

3,962 mi
Last recorded3,962 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Aprilia SR5010,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP391 SMJ
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 3,962 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 3,962 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 3,778 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 3,778 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 3,653 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2022 3,653 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working Front stop lamp switch not working. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 3,385 miles

Front showing age related cracks

Rear rear tyre showing age related cracks

Fail 28 Jul 2021 3,385 miles

Fuel system component leaking drips from under landing on floor (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front showing age related cracks

Rear rear tyre showing age related cracks

Pass 13 Mar 2015 2,295 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 3,055 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 3,055 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2012 3,042 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 2,592 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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P391 SMJ is a 1997 Aprilia SR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 10,051 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P391 SMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P391 SMJ registered?

P391 SMJ is a 1997 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P391 SMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P391 SMJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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