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R541 BDV

1997 Aprilia RS125R

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,175 mi
Last recorded32,175 miles
Recorded on11 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS125R17,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR541 BDV
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125R
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2012 32,175 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 8 May 2012 32,175 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 May 2011 28,930 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

headstock bearings slightly tight

Pass 24 Nov 2007 28,233 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

foot brake operation excess travel

Fail 24 Nov 2007 28,233 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

foot brake operation excess travel

Pass 2 Aug 2006 26,287 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125R?

Based on 3,760 MOT tests across 525 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
1,049
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
525
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 157
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 127
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 104
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 104
wheel bearings have excessive free play 97
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R541 BDV is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia RS125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 17,468 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 RS125R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 157 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R541 BDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125R typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia RS125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R541 BDV registered?

R541 BDV is a 1997 Aprilia RS125R, first registered on 15 October 1997.

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