MOT Status
ValidMileage
20,366 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)
How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?
Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S173 AEV is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.
Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 11,681 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 S173 AEV, 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 28 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 S173 AEV registered?
S173 AEV is a 1998 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 1 November 1998.
Is S173 AEV safe to buy?
The MOT history for S173 AEV 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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