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PL03 AJV

2003 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,791 mi
Last recorded27,791 miles
Recorded on22 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS15,612 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 AJV
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2012 27,791 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 27,791 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 May 2011 25,360 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 May 2010 22,486 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 17 May 2010 22,486 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 18 May 2009 18,898 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 18,169 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2006 17,465 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Sep 2006 16,350 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

left hand side rear brake light inoperable

rear brake has more travel on lever operation than is usually expected

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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PL03 AJV is a 2003 Aprilia RS in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 15,612 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PL03 AJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 AJV registered?

PL03 AJV is a 2003 Aprilia RS, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is PL03 AJV safe to buy?

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