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R472 UKV

1998 Aprilia Sr 50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

65,598 mi
Last recorded65,598 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 UKV
MakeAprilia
ModelSr 50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2024 65,598 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 63,302 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 59,684 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 55,224 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,455 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 48,361 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 16 Aug 2019 48,361 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 43,536 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 37,929 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 32,334 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 28,196 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 19,188 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 14,316 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,035 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2010 4,937 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 820 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sr 50?

Based on 1,380 MOT tests across 446 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
2,500
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
446
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 56
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 43
reflector on motorcycle missing 35
Tyre tread not clearly visible 32
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R472 UKV is a 1998 Aprilia Sr 50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

The most common reason a Aprilia Sr 50 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R472 UKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sr 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia Sr 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R472 UKV registered?

R472 UKV is a 1998 Aprilia Sr 50, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R472 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 UKV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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