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T597 DGP

2001 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,572 mi
Last recorded5,572 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2018
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS 2508,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT597 DGP
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2018 5,572 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 5,572 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 5,440 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 5,283 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 5,003 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 4,733 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 3,636 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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T597 DGP is a 2001 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,194 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 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T597 DGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T597 DGP registered?

T597 DGP is a 2001 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is T597 DGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for T597 DGP shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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