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VU03 VGP

2003 Aprilia SR50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2010
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

18,983 mi
Last recorded18,983 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2009
Typical for 2003 Aprilia SR5014,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 VGP
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2009 18,983 miles

Offside Front Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2009 18,884 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Rear Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Rear mudguard insecure

advise inspection of rear calipair and disc pads

centre stand insecure and twisted

Pass 27 Aug 2008 14,956 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 14,908 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured (1.5.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

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

ignition key broken in ignition.still works

number plate broken,but letters still readable

Fail 11 Jul 2008 14,825 miles

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 24 Apr 2007 5,761 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 5,752 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Sep 2006 5,084 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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VU03 VGP is a 2003 Aprilia SR50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 14,470 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU03 VGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU03 VGP registered?

VU03 VGP is a 2003 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 20 June 2003.

Is VU03 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU03 VGP shows 8 tests with a 37.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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