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TCZ 2424

2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500

Blue Petrol 459cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,183 mi
Last recorded18,183 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 50010,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCZ 2424
MakeAprilia
ModelAtlantic 500
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine459cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2018 18,183 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 15,689 miles

water pump leaking from internal seal

Fail 22 Jun 2016 15,687 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort excessive lever travel (3.3.A1c)

water pump leaking from internal seal

Pass 2 Aug 2014 14,339 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 2 Aug 2014 14,321 miles

Nearside Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 13,809 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 12,599 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 32,182 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2011 12,523 miles

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Atlantic 500?

Based on 1,616 MOT tests across 174 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
944
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
174
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 38
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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TCZ 2424 is a 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500 in Blue with a 459cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,390 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 Atlantic 500 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TCZ 2424, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Atlantic 500 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia Atlantic 500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TCZ 2424 registered?

TCZ 2424 is a 2003 Aprilia Atlantic 500, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is TCZ 2424 safe to buy?

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