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R496 CGU

1998 Aprilia RS125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,453 mi
Last recorded10,453 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS12519,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 CGU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 10,453 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

clutch lever pivots worn

Fail 14 Oct 2009 10,453 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

clutch lever pivots worn

Pass 31 Jan 2008 22,994 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 22,994 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125?

Based on 51,570 MOT tests across 7,988 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
1,061
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
7,988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,940
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,706
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,383
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,199
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,094
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R496 CGU is a 1998 Aprilia RS125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 19,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,940 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R496 CGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R496 CGU registered?

R496 CGU is a 1998 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R496 CGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R496 CGU 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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