MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
36,169 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Upper Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?
Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R53 VAM is a 1998 Aprilia SR50 in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1998 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 19,040 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R53 VAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R53 VAM registered?
R53 VAM is a 1998 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 1 February 1998.
Is R53 VAM safe to buy?
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