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S876 ATC

1998 Aprilia Sonic

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

3,484 mi
Last recorded3,484 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 1998 Aprilia Sonic12,044 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS876 ATC
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Sep 2022 3,484 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 3,470 miles

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect left front leg extensively rusted (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too high pattern incorrect (4.1.2 (a))

Various covers damaged and loose, rear number plate damaged,

Pass 16 Mar 2018 3,161 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 2,139 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 2,136 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Front Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. shock absorber (2.3.1)

Rear Brake cable clip insecure

Fail 14 Oct 2015 2,127 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. Front forks (2.3.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 2,083 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 1,988 miles

rear light lens cracked

Pass 10 Nov 2011 1,916 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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S876 ATC is a 1998 Aprilia Sonic in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 12,044 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 Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S876 ATC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S876 ATC registered?

S876 ATC is a 1998 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S876 ATC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S876 ATC shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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