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R717 PPE

1998 Aprilia SR50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

32,849 mi
Last recorded32,849 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2010
Typical for 1998 Aprilia SR5019,040 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 PPE
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2010 32,849 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 32,849 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 13 Dec 2008 28,769 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 28,769 miles

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2007 25,234 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 21,543 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 21,536 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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R717 PPE is a 1998 Aprilia SR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R717 PPE, 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 R717 PPE registered?

R717 PPE is a 1998 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R717 PPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 PPE shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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