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S838 TYA

1998 Aprilia Rsv

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

20,773 mi
Last recorded20,773 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Aprilia Rsv23,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS838 TYA
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 20,773 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 20,742 miles

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 20,346 miles

Central Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 20,168 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 20,156 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Central Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 19,997 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 19,872 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 31,595 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 18,456 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 17,752 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 17,366 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 16,849 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 16,259 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,552 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 14,455 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 14,455 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 13,935 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 12,962 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 11,995 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Rsv?

Based on 87,683 MOT tests across 8,701 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 918
reflector on motorcycle missing 860
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 511
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 410
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
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S838 TYA is a 1998 Aprilia Rsv in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 23,192 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Rsv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 918 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S838 TYA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Rsv typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S838 TYA registered?

S838 TYA is a 1998 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S838 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S838 TYA shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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