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R238 UYD

1998 Aprilia RS125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

38,021 mi
Last recorded38,021 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2013
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS12519,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 UYD
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2013 38,021 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front discs bobbins worn but secure

Fail 2 Oct 2013 38,020 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front discs bobbins worn but secure

Fail 20 Aug 2012 38,948 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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

fairings rear insucure n/S

low battery voltage

Pass 27 Jul 2011 37,246 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2010 34,471 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 May 2009 34,222 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 34,178 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 May 2008 32,704 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 32,077 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 7 May 2005 31,990 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2005 31,967 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125?

Based on 51,570 MOT tests across 7,988 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
1,061
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
7,988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,940
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,706
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,383
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,199
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,094
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R238 UYD is a 1998 Aprilia RS125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 19,900 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 RS125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,940 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R238 UYD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R238 UYD is a 1998 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 22 March 1998.

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