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W268 VLW

2000 Aprilia Sonic

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

17,679 mi
Last recorded17,679 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2009
Typical for 2000 Aprilia Sonic9,664 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW268 VLW
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2009 17,679 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 17,666 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 16,469 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)

seat secure but does not lock down

Fail 17 Dec 2007 16,469 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

seat secure but does not lock down

Pass 27 Sep 2006 15,689 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,289 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 15,289 miles

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

Front Lower Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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W268 VLW is a 2000 Aprilia Sonic in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 W268 VLW, 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 W268 VLW registered?

W268 VLW is a 2000 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 29 June 2000.

Is W268 VLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for W268 VLW shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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