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S129 VWB

1999 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,127 mi
Last recorded12,127 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Aprilia RS 25010,027 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS129 VWB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 12,127 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 11,316 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 11,316 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Sep 2005 11,271 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

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

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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S129 VWB is a 1999 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 10,027 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 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S129 VWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S129 VWB registered?

S129 VWB is a 1999 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S129 VWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S129 VWB shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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