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R647 OEE

1997 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,096 mi
Last recorded36,096 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Aprilia RS 25012,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR647 OEE
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 36,096 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2022 29,049 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2021

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Aug 2011 23,418 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 23,412 miles

Front Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 23,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

bike has been modified to solo use.(no rear foot rests and seat cover fitted)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 18,781 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 29 Jul 2009 18,754 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2008 14,495 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 9,276 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 9,123 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2006 9,190 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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R647 OEE is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R647 OEE, 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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R647 OEE is a 1997 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 24 September 1997.

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