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VU03 XHB

2003 Aprilia RS125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

11,071 mi
Last recorded11,071 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Aprilia RS12515,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 XHB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS125
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 11,071 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2026 11,071 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 10,682 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 10,652 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Upper Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 10,311 miles

Central Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Suspension linkage has a slight play in them (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 10,191 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2019 10,191 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2012 9,612 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 9,238 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 9,238 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2008 3,258 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS125?

Based on 51,570 MOT tests across 7,988 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
1,061
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
7,988
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,940
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1,706
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,383
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,199
wheel bearings have excessive free play 1,094
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VU03 XHB is a 2003 Aprilia RS125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia RS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 15,397 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 RS125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,940 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU03 XHB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia RS125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU03 XHB registered?

VU03 XHB is a 2003 Aprilia RS125, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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