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P572 VGP

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

19,396 mi
Last recorded19,396 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP572 VGP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 19,396 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 19,376 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 19,368 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 19,197 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 18,943 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 18,714 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 18,679 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 18,499 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 18,344 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 18,232 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 17,759 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 17,440 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 17,170 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 16,716 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 15,718 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Apr 2010 14,981 miles

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

Fail 2 Apr 2010 14,981 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2009 14,104 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 14,102 miles

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 13,386 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 12,567 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 11,556 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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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P572 VGP is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P572 VGP, 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 P572 VGP registered?

P572 VGP is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 9 April 1997.

Is P572 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P572 VGP shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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