MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
45,463 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Nearside Lower Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
rear center hub has slight damage due to adjustment. clutch cable stiff
How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?
Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R438 PRE is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 21,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Aprilia RS 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R438 PRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R438 PRE registered?
R438 PRE is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 1 April 1998.
Is R438 PRE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R438 PRE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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