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R509 PCY

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,486 mi
Last recorded12,486 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 PCY
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2026 12,486 miles
Pass 15 May 2025 12,288 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 11,890 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 11,853 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 11,813 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 11,800 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Nov 2010 11,778 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 11,542 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 11,367 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Sep 2008 11,367 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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R509 PCY is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 12,367 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 RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R509 PCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R509 PCY?

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What year was R509 PCY registered?

R509 PCY is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R509 PCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 PCY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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