MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,450 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)
Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?
Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R43 SOY is a 1997 Aprilia SR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1997 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 10,051 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R43 SOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R43 SOY registered?
R43 SOY is a 1997 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 1 August 1997.
Is R43 SOY safe to buy?
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