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P541 VCD

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2012
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,695 mi
Last recorded10,695 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Aprilia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP541 VCD
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2011 10,695 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 10,227 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2009 10,039 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 9,967 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 9,947 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 8,990 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 8,694 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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P541 VCD is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Blue 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 P541 VCD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P541 VCD registered?

P541 VCD is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P541 VCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P541 VCD 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.

Does P541 VCD have outstanding finance?

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