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R724 VGC

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,593 mi
Last recorded16,593 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2009
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 VGC
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2009 16,593 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 16,387 miles

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

battery condition

Fail 8 May 2008 16,387 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake pedal mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Steering damper insecure (2.1.2d)

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

Rear Floor brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable (3.3.C1b)

battery condition

Pass 4 Apr 2006 15,846 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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R724 VGC is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R724 VGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R724 VGC registered?

R724 VGC is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 2 June 1998.

Is R724 VGC safe to buy?

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