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PN05 OBG

2005 Aprilia RX50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Aprilia RX5013,036 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN05 OBG
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2024

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2023

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2023

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

ignition switch loose

Pass 21 Apr 2022
Pass 12 May 2021

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 May 2020 1,000 miles
Fail 15 May 2020 200 miles

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

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2012 10,404 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Mar 2012

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2010
Fail 20 Dec 2010

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Battery flat.

Clocks don't work.

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front offside indicator insecure.

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 3 Nov 2008

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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PN05 OBG is a 2005 Aprilia RX50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 13,036 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 RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN05 OBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PN05 OBG is a 2005 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 12 April 2005.

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