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V879 LGH

1999 Aprilia RS 50

Multi-colour Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,784 mi
Last recorded25,784 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Aprilia RS 5022,273 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV879 LGH
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year1999
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2013 25,784 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Dec 2013 25,780 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Nearside Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,324 miles

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside handlebar switchgear loose. Top fairing bracket bent.

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

Fail 15 Jun 2012 24,298 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside handlebar switchgear loose. Top fairing bracket bent.

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

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 20,226 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 20,206 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

CLUTCH LEVER MOUNTING WEAKENED DUE TO CRACK.

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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V879 LGH is a 1999 Aprilia RS 50 in Multi-colour with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 V879 LGH, 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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V879 LGH is a 1999 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 5 November 1999.

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