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SN03 NTE

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

10,725 mi
Last recorded10,725 miles
Recorded on17 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 NTE
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2015 10,725 miles

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre valve loose.

Fail 16 May 2015 10,723 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain lightly rubbing (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Leg shield insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear tyre valve loose.

Pass 4 Apr 2014 10,701 miles

No Mirrors or Indicators fitted at the time of testing

Fail 4 Apr 2014 10,701 miles

Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

No Mirrors or Indicators fitted at the time of testing

Side stand return spring weak

Pass 17 May 2012 10,701 miles

gear linkage lose

thotle body loose

Fail 14 May 2012 10,701 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

gear linkage lose

thotle body loose

Fail 21 Jan 2012 10,701 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

gear leaver has exsesive play

no lightsfront or back

Pass 21 Jan 2012 10,701 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2010 10,701 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 7,857 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 6,595 miles
Fail 25 May 2006 6,557 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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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SN03 NTE is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 SN03 NTE, 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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SN03 NTE is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 18 April 2003.

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