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S122 TNF

1998 Aprilia RS

Multi-colour Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

26,588 mi
Last recorded26,588 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS17,597 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS122 TNF
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 26,588 miles

No rear footrests, grab strap only

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Fork legs pitted but not leaking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2026 26,588 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied Catching on loose switchgear (1.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking Under tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Fuel tank insecure Mounting bolt missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest missing Both (6.2.12 (a))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Play in rear swing arm bearings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Loose on handlebars (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Horn control insecure Horn insecure (7.7 (b))

Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened Fork legs pitted but not leaking (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 24,717 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 24,712 miles

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

swing arm bearings/bushies badley worn

Pass 3 May 2011 22,755 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 22,719 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 10,379 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2010 10,379 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 33,867 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2006 33,867 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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S122 TNF is a 1998 Aprilia RS in Multi-colour with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 17,597 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S122 TNF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S122 TNF registered?

S122 TNF is a 1998 Aprilia RS, first registered on 3 October 1998.

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