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SY08 CXX

2008 Aprilia Shiver

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

17,058 mi
Last recorded17,058 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Aprilia Shiver9,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY08 CXX
MakeAprilia
ModelShiver
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 17,058 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Jun 2026 17,059 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2025 15,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 15,843 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 11,455 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 9,773 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2022 7,963 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 7,775 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 10 Feb 2021 7,775 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated oil (1.1.14 (b))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 7,772 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 7,542 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 7,206 miles

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 6,453 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 5,165 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2013 4,138 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 3,337 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 2,135 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Shiver?

Based on 1,938 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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SY08 CXX is a 2008 Aprilia Shiver in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Aprilia Shiver models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 9,238 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 Shiver fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY08 CXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Shiver typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Aprilia Shiver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY08 CXX registered?

SY08 CXX is a 2008 Aprilia Shiver, first registered on 28 June 2008.

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