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R790 VGC

1998 Aprilia RS 50

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

34,477 mi
Last recorded34,477 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 5021,980 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR790 VGC
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 34,477 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 32,876 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 25,552 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2006 25,252 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 25,252 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Fail 12 Oct 2006 25,252 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 24,681 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2005 24,680 miles

Centre Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.3) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?

Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,395
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,304
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,096
wheel bearings have excessive free play 805
Drive chain excessively loose 679
Footrest missing 571
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R790 VGC is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50 in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 21,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R790 VGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R790 VGC registered?

R790 VGC is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R790 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R790 VGC shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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