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R340 KWS

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,402 mi
Last recorded8,402 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2008
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR340 KWS
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2008 8,402 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 8,172 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 8,172 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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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R340 KWS is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R340 KWS, 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 R340 KWS registered?

R340 KWS is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R340 KWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R340 KWS shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R340 KWS have outstanding finance?

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