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W173 WBK

2000 Aprilia Sonic

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,848 mi
Last recorded17,848 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2009
Typical for 2000 Aprilia Sonic9,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW173 WBK
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2009 17,848 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front mudguard loose.

handle bars slightly mis-aligned.

Fail 18 Aug 2009 17,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front mudguard loose.

handle bars slightly mis-aligned.

Pass 7 Aug 2008 15,883 miles

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

ignition key broken in lock.

Fail 7 Aug 2008 15,883 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

ignition key broken in lock.

Fail 5 May 2006 7,715 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 7,715 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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W173 WBK is a 2000 Aprilia Sonic in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2000 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 9,664 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 Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W173 WBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sonic typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Aprilia Sonic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W173 WBK registered?

W173 WBK is a 2000 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 24 March 2000.

Is W173 WBK safe to buy?

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