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W388 VTT

2000 Aprilia Falco

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

49,975 mi
Last recorded49,975 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Aprilia Falco24,804 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 VTT
MakeAprilia
ModelFalco
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 49,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 49,516 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 48,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Jul 2022 47,995 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Does not illuminate when rear brake is applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 73,576 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2020 45,189 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 42,121 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2019 42,121 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 9 Apr 2016 41,212 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,247 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 39,973 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 33,943 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 32,633 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 32,633 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 29,555 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 29,555 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2010 42,225 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 42,225 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 23,818 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 20,884 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,916 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 18,916 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 15,886 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 15,691 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Falco?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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W388 VTT is a 2000 Aprilia Falco in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Aprilia Falco models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 24,804 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 Falco fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W388 VTT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W388 VTT registered?

W388 VTT is a 2000 Aprilia Falco, first registered on 18 April 2000.

Is W388 VTT safe to buy?

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