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R498 MHC

1998 Aprilia RX50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,416 mi
Last recorded28,416 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RX5015,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR498 MHC
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,416 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 28,413 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2020 28,413 miles

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

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

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

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 Nov 2014 25,640 miles

Headlight control switch worn

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 25,640 miles

Headlight control switch worn

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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R498 MHC is a 1998 Aprilia RX50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R498 MHC, 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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What year was R498 MHC registered?

R498 MHC is a 1998 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R498 MHC safe to buy?

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