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R117 VWR

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2020
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,415 mi
Last recorded24,415 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2019
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR117 VWR
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2019 24,415 miles

Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside front brake disc mounts worn

Pass 9 Aug 2018 22,096 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 20,203 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 18,810 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 28,152 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 16,735 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 15,921 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,827 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 14,032 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 13,998 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 3 Apr 2009 12,976 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 12,205 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 11,752 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 10,815 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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R117 VWR is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 11,681 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 R117 VWR, 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 28 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 R117 VWR registered?

R117 VWR is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 15 June 1998.

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The MOT history for R117 VWR shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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