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P461 XWS

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

7,016 mi
Last recorded7,016 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 XWS
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Aug 2013 7,016 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

advies to replace number plate

battery flat

front wheel slight stiff to rotate

Pass 21 Aug 2013 7,016 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

advies to replace number plate

battery flat

front wheel slight stiff to rotate

Fail 26 May 2007 7,009 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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P461 XWS is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 P461 XWS, 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 P461 XWS registered?

P461 XWS is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P461 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 XWS shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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