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R5 RHD

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Multi-colour Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

11,948 mi
Last recorded11,948 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2021
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 RHD
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2021 11,948 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 11,432 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 11,419 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Jun 2018 11,082 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 10,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2016 10,818 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 17,046 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 Sep 2013 10,397 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 10,246 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 10,061 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 9,542 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 9,477 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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R5 RHD is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Multi-colour with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 11,681 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 R5 RHD, 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 28 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 R5 RHD registered?

R5 RHD is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is R5 RHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 RHD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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