CarVerify

Free Car Check

S848 LAJ

1998 Aprilia Pegaso

Black Petrol 650cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,483 mi
Last recorded9,483 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Aprilia Pegaso26,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Aprilia
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS848 LAJ
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 9,483 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 8,833 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 8,799 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 8,799 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 7,825 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 7,087 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 6,934 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 5,973 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso?

Based on 2,050 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

82.8%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 37
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Direction indicator not working 11
Full Aprilia Pegaso reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S848 LAJ is a 1998 Aprilia Pegaso in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia Pegaso models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 26,820 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 Pegaso fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 37 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S848 LAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S848 LAJ?

You can check the full history of S848 LAJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S848 LAJ registered?

S848 LAJ is a 1998 Aprilia Pegaso, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S848 LAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S848 LAJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S848 LAJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S848 LAJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.