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SP03 LXT

2003 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

2,945 mi
Last recorded2,945 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS 5017,247 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP03 LXT
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2018 2,945 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 2,945 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2006 2,902 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 2,902 miles

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

FRONT TYRE VALVE HAS BIG CAP FITTED

Rear Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Jul 2006 2,818 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

both rear foot pegs stiff to operate

Fail 12 Jul 2006 2,670 miles

Offside Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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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SP03 LXT is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 SP03 LXT, 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 SP03 LXT registered?

SP03 LXT is a 2003 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 29 July 2003.

Is SP03 LXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP03 LXT shows 6 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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