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RX03 VBF

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

21,497 mi
Last recorded21,497 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 VBF
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2016 21,497 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2016 21,492 miles

Brake lever cracked clutch lever broken (3.1.2c)

Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied front brake lever broken (3.1.3c)

RH BAR LOOSE

Pass 15 Jan 2015 21,392 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front brake fluid not clearly visable

offside footrest shorted

Fail 9 Jan 2015 21,392 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

front brake fluid not clearly visable

offside footrest shorted

Pass 16 Oct 2013 16,768 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 14,166 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 14,166 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 9,270 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 9,252 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 7,856 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 7,856 miles

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.2c)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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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RX03 VBF is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 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 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 RX03 VBF, 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 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RX03 VBF registered?

RX03 VBF is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 12 July 2003.

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