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R847 PSB

1997 Aprilia SR50

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,114 mi
Last recorded16,114 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Aprilia SR5010,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 PSB
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2014 16,114 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 16,114 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Offside Front Upper Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 15,757 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2007 14,090 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,090 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,763 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R847 PSB is a 1997 Aprilia SR50 in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 10,051 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 R847 PSB, 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 29 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R847 PSB registered?

R847 PSB is a 1997 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R847 PSB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R847 PSB shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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