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R961 VRD

1997 Aprilia Pegaso

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

23,126 mi
Last recorded23,126 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2022
Typical for 1997 Aprilia Pegaso23,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR961 VRD
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2022 23,126 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 23,114 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 23,052 miles

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

Fail 29 May 2014 23,052 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 22,971 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 22,879 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 21,368 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 21,368 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2009 19,197 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2008 15,335 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 14,220 miles

////rear pads low ////rear disc scored//// slight rear brake bind///

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso?

Based on 2,050 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Direction indicator not working 11
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R961 VRD is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Aprilia Pegaso models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 23,002 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Pegaso fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R961 VRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 29 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R961 VRD registered?

R961 VRD is a 1997 Aprilia Pegaso, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R961 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R961 VRD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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