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R246 MJH

1997 Aprilia Pegaso

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

41,921 mi
Last recorded41,921 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Pegaso23,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 MJH
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 41,921 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 33,459 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 30,692 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 30,692 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 27,925 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 25,376 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,138 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,156 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 20,500 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 20,492 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 May 2007 20,133 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 17,127 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 17,127 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Fail 29 Mar 2006 17,058 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Centre Rear Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Centre Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso?

Based on 2,050 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Direction indicator not working 11
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R246 MJH is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia Pegaso models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 23,002 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 Pegaso fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R246 MJH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R246 MJH registered?

R246 MJH is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso, first registered on 5 August 1997.

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