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R453 RJB

1998 Aprilia RS250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,172 mi
Last recorded8,172 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2021
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS25010,211 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 RJB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2021 8,172 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 8,172 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 8,086 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 12,988 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 7,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2014 7,076 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 6,785 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 10,521 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 10,516 miles

All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2006 6,172 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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R453 RJB is a 1998 Aprilia RS250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,211 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R453 RJB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R453 RJB registered?

R453 RJB is a 1998 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R453 RJB safe to buy?

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