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R903 HNS

1998 Aprilia Pegaso 650

Red Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

38,444 mi
Last recorded38,444 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Aprilia Pegaso 65029,133 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 HNS
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso 650
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 38,444 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 34,666 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2024 34,666 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2017 34,502 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 33,918 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 33,918 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 32,082 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 32,082 miles

Centre Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Outer Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Centre Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Jul 2008 332,082 miles

Centre Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Centre Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Upper Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso 650?

Based on 13,380 MOT tests across 1,477 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Headlamp aim too low 64
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R903 HNS is a 1998 Aprilia Pegaso 650 in Red with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia Pegaso 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 29,133 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 Pegaso 650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R903 HNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso 650 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R903 HNS registered?

R903 HNS is a 1998 Aprilia Pegaso 650, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R903 HNS safe to buy?

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