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V872 FTR

1999 Aprilia RS 50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

47,511 mi
Last recorded47,511 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2013
Typical for 1999 Aprilia RS 5022,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV872 FTR
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2013 47,511 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch slipping and clutch drag noted.

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

Front suspension has an inadequate repair of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Front tyre perished but cords not showing.

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside mirror missing.

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside mirror cracked.

Starter motor operation intermittent.

Pass 14 Aug 2013 47,511 miles

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch slipping and clutch drag noted.

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

Front tyre perished but cords not showing.

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside mirror missing.

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Offside mirror cracked.

Starter motor operation intermittent.

Fail 25 Jul 2013 47,510 miles

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

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Brake pedal is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 45,247 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2008 45,195 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Offside Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 39,995 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 12 Sep 2007 39,995 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2006 39,995 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 50?

Based on 20,050 MOT tests across 3,382 vehicles.

65.6%
Pass Rate
1,395
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
3,382
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,304
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,096
wheel bearings have excessive free play 805
Drive chain excessively loose 679
Footrest missing 571
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V872 FTR is a 1999 Aprilia RS 50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 22,273 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 50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 1,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V872 FTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Aprilia RS 50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V872 FTR registered?

V872 FTR is a 1999 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 25 November 1999.

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