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R730 ODP

1998 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,165 mi
Last recorded8,165 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 25011,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR730 ODP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 8,165 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 7,980 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 12,419 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 12,419 miles

Stop lamp not working from front lever control broken wire (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2010 12,338 miles
Pass 11 May 2006

no indicators fitted at time of test

no lights fitted at time of test

non standard exhaust fitted

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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R730 ODP is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R730 ODP, 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 R730 ODP registered?

R730 ODP is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 16 February 1998.

Is R730 ODP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R730 ODP shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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