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R356 TKP

1998 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,166 mi
Last recorded27,166 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS17,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR356 TKP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 27,166 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 27,166 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 27,154 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Apr 2024 26,756 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 26,422 miles

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Fail 5 Apr 2023 26,422 miles

Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2022 26,421 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 26,401 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 24,459 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Strong advise - On legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 21,007 miles

Fairings slightly insecure

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

Headlamp beam image poor

Fail 18 Apr 2017 20,998 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Fail 1 Apr 2017 20,968 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

rear brake hose mount broken

Fail 30 Mar 2017 20,959 miles

Fuel system component insecure fuel tank (7.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

both mirrors insecure

Pass 7 Sep 2015 16,887 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2015 16,887 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 14,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 10,573 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 17,600 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2005 17,256 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2005 17,256 miles

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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R356 TKP is a 1998 Aprilia RS in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 17,597 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R356 TKP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R356 TKP registered?

R356 TKP is a 1998 Aprilia RS, first registered on 3 July 1998.

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