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P646 VGP

1997 Aprilia RS250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,864 mi
Last recorded25,864 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS25010,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP646 VGP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2014 25,864 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 May 2013 22,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 20,421 miles
Fail 30 May 2012 20,421 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 May 2011 17,695 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 15,484 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 13,374 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 11,585 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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P646 VGP is a 1997 Aprilia RS250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,918 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P646 VGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P646 VGP registered?

P646 VGP is a 1997 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 3 June 1997.

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