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V225 DYC

1999 Aprilia Sonic

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

8,123 mi
Last recorded8,123 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Aprilia Sonic11,360 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV225 DYC
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 8,123 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Fail 22 Mar 2016 8,081 miles

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 1 Apr 2015 6,844 miles

outer tail light lens cracked.not showing a white light.

Fail 24 Mar 2015 6,626 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

outer tail light lens cracked.not showing a white light.

Pass 6 May 2010 6,596 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,256 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 5,779 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 5,779 miles

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

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

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Oct 2005 4,385 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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V225 DYC is a 1999 Aprilia Sonic in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 11,360 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 Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V225 DYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sonic typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Aprilia Sonic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V225 DYC registered?

V225 DYC is a 1999 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is V225 DYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V225 DYC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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