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R656 ACH

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,575 mi
Last recorded17,575 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR656 ACH
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 17,575 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 17,540 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 17,494 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 17,456 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 17,423 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 17,345 miles

Gear linkage rod at risk of contacting foot control due to normal play in foot control mount. Advise adding curve to linkage rod to avoid.

Pass 16 Sep 2019 17,303 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 17,259 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 17,057 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 17,104 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 16,965 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 16,855 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,698 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2012 16,358 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2011 15,807 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 15,102 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 14,941 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 14,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 14,785 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 13,931 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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R656 ACH is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R656 ACH, 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 R656 ACH registered?

R656 ACH is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R656 ACH safe to buy?

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