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SN55 DZM

2005 Aprilia Sonic

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2025
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

7,444 mi
Last recorded7,444 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2024
Typical for 2005 Aprilia Sonic9,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN55 DZM
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2024 7,444 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2024 7,444 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fuel cap ineffective seal missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 6,689 miles

BOTH TYRES OLD

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 6,686 miles

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

Both Tyres Old

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2010 6,441 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 6,441 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 6,382 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2009 6,382 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 4,817 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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SN55 DZM is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 9,854 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 SN55 DZM, 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 21 years old, this Aprilia Sonic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SN55 DZM registered?

SN55 DZM is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 7 October 2005.

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