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R291 SOY

1997 Aprilia Unknown

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

276 mi
Last recorded276 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Unknown7,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Aprilia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 SOY
MakeAprilia
ModelUnknown
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 276 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 167 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2022

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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R291 SOY is a 1997 Aprilia Unknown in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R291 SOY, 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 R291 SOY registered?

R291 SOY is a 1997 Aprilia Unknown, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R291 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 SOY shows 3 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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