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R52 PDC

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,326 mi
Last recorded28,326 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR52 PDC
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2012 28,326 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 28,093 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 27,050 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 25,296 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 24,461 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 23,001 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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R52 PDC is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R52 PDC, 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.

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What year was R52 PDC registered?

R52 PDC is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R52 PDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R52 PDC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R52 PDC have outstanding finance?

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