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R196 NDS

1998 Aprilia Area 51

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,217 mi
Last recorded15,217 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Aprilia Area 514,943 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 NDS
MakeAprilia
ModelArea 51
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 15,217 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 15,030 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 14,812 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 14,764 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 14,392 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Area 51?

Based on 1,332 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 20
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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R196 NDS is a 1998 Aprilia Area 51 in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia Area 51 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 4,943 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Area 51 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 NDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Area 51 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia Area 51 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R196 NDS registered?

R196 NDS is a 1998 Aprilia Area 51, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R196 NDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R196 NDS shows 5 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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