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S501 NRA

1998 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

21,910 mi
Last recorded21,910 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS 5021,980 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS501 NRA
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 21,910 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 21,906 miles

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Clutch lever is insecure

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

engine does not idle

Pass 8 Oct 2010 18,194 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 2 Oct 2009 17,922 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 17,921 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 17,921 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 17,914 miles

Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2005 15,436 miles

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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S501 NRA is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 21,980 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 S501 NRA, 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 28 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S501 NRA registered?

S501 NRA is a 1998 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S501 NRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S501 NRA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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