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R531 KRU

1997 Aprilia RS250

Multi-colour Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

8,892 mi
Last recorded8,892 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS25010,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 KRU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 8,892 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Jul 2016 8,882 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 8,478 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 7,980 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 6,383 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 6,251 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 51,154 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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R531 KRU is a 1997 Aprilia RS250 in Multi-colour with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,918 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R531 KRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R531 KRU registered?

R531 KRU is a 1997 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R531 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 KRU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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