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P438 DRC

1996 Aprilia RS125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,163 mi
Last recorded7,163 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2014
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS12514,458 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP438 DRC
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2014 7,163 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 7,157 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 7,157 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 5,665 miles

Drive chain in need of lubrication

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Apr 2011 5,665 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Drive chain in need of lubrication

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 3,184 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125?

Based on 51,570 MOT tests across 7,988 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
1,061
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
7,988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,940
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,706
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,383
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,199
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,094
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P438 DRC is a 1996 Aprilia RS125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 14,458 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 RS125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,940 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P438 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P438 DRC registered?

P438 DRC is a 1996 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 8 November 1996.

Is P438 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P438 DRC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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