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VU02 ZJE

2002 Aprilia RS 50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

27,069 mi
Last recorded27,069 miles
Recorded on10 May 2011
Typical for 2002 Aprilia RS 5019,901 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU02 ZJE
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 50
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2011 27,069 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 27,067 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 10 May 2010 23,338 miles
Fail 7 May 2010 23,338 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 22,610 miles

Bodywork of vehicle catches on steering on lock to lock check

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 2 Apr 2009 22,610 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Bodywork of vehicle catches on steering on lock to lock check

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 22,601 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,312 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (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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VU02 ZJE is a 2002 Aprilia RS 50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Aprilia RS 50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 19,901 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 VU02 ZJE, 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 24 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 VU02 ZJE registered?

VU02 ZJE is a 2002 Aprilia RS 50, first registered on 19 May 2002.

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