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P452 PLW

1997 Aprilia RS125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

616 mi
Last recorded616 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS12520,185 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP452 PLW
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 616 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Fail 28 Nov 2018 616 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 370 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2016 6 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 6 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Aug 2015
Pass 7 Aug 2014 54 miles

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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P452 PLW is a 1997 Aprilia RS125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 20,185 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P452 PLW, 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 29 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P452 PLW registered?

P452 PLW is a 1997 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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The MOT history for P452 PLW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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