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R228 EOU

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

10,256 mi
Last recorded10,256 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR228 EOU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2018 10,256 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2018 10,256 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 9,955 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2016 9,955 miles

Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking gear lever linkage broken (6.1.1c)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,880 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,820 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 9,820 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 9,548 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 9,342 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 9,342 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,292 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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R228 EOU is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R228 EOU, 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 R228 EOU registered?

R228 EOU is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R228 EOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R228 EOU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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