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R486 RFJ

1998 Aprilia RX50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2011
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,964 mi
Last recorded33,964 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2010
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RX5015,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR486 RFJ
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2010 33,964 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front brake hose poorly routed

Fail 16 Jan 2010 33,959 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front brake hose poorly routed

Front brake lever adjuster bolt lock not missing

Pass 8 Apr 2008 31,393 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 31,365 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2006 29,068 miles

rear tyre tread starting to seperate

Fail 12 Apr 2006 29,068 miles

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

rear tyre de flated

rear tyre tread starting to seperate

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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R486 RFJ is a 1998 Aprilia RX50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.5% with a typical mileage of 15,615 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 RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R486 RFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R486 RFJ is a 1998 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 7 July 1998.

Is R486 RFJ safe to buy?

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