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T231 LYB

1999 Aprilia Rsv

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

27,286 mi
Last recorded27,286 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Aprilia Rsv21,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT231 LYB
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 27,286 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 27,120 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 27,102 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 27,097 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 27,089 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 May 2019 26,276 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 26,274 miles

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2016 25,695 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 23,748 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 21,684 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 19,096 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 16,956 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2012 16,956 miles

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Sep 2011 14,675 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Sep 2010 13,096 miles

Centre Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2009 12,901 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 12,854 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 12,565 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 12,242 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Rsv?

Based on 87,683 MOT tests across 8,701 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 918
reflector on motorcycle missing 860
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 511
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 410
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
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T231 LYB is a 1999 Aprilia Rsv in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1999 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 21,563 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 Rsv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 918 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T231 LYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Rsv typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T231 LYB registered?

T231 LYB is a 1999 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 16 July 1999.

Is T231 LYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T231 LYB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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