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R888 ARP

2001 Aprilia RS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,795 mi
Last recorded3,795 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS2508,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR888 ARP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 3,795 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 3,772 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 3,429 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 2,964 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 2,921 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 2,862 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 16 Aug 2010 2,857 miles

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 27 Aug 2009 4,556 miles

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

advise headlamp aim kick taped up.

Fail 27 Aug 2009 4,556 miles

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

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

advise headlamp aim kick taped up.

Pass 29 Aug 2008 2,762 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 2,660 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 2,658 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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R888 ARP is a 2001 Aprilia RS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 8,012 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R888 ARP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R888 ARP registered?

R888 ARP is a 2001 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 25 July 2001.

Is R888 ARP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R888 ARP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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