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SJ03 DBU

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2022
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

32,587 mi
Last recorded32,587 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ03 DBU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 32,587 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2021 32,587 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 25,912 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 25,723 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 25,658 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 25,658 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 May 2016 25,217 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 May 2016 25,217 miles

Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly fairing loose (3.1.3d)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 17 Feb 2016 25,217 miles

Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear rear chain adjusters missing / loose

fairing loose

Pass 18 Jan 2013 19,579 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2013 19,579 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 22 Jun 2011 17,248 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 8,749 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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SJ03 DBU is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 17,247 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 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 SJ03 DBU, 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 23 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SJ03 DBU registered?

SJ03 DBU is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 5 June 2003.

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