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R214 SDV

1997 Aprilia Unknown

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,345 mi
Last recorded30,345 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Unknown7,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 SDV
MakeAprilia
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2021 30,345 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 25,387 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 24,957 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 24,957 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 24,427 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 23,454 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 21,588 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

How Reliable is the Aprilia Unknown?

Based on 1,434 MOT tests across 552 vehicles.

79.1%
Pass Rate
475
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
552
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 10
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R214 SDV is a 1997 Aprilia Unknown in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 7,639 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Unknown fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R214 SDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R214 SDV registered?

R214 SDV is a 1997 Aprilia Unknown, first registered on 9 September 1997.

Is R214 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R214 SDV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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