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W397 SBR

2000 Aprilia Area 51

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,627 mi
Last recorded8,627 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 2000 Aprilia Area 518,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Aprilia
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW397 SBR
MakeAprilia
ModelArea 51
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2016 8,627 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2015 7,661 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 6,315 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 5,959 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 3,964 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 3,954 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 3,943 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Area 51?

Based on 1,332 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 20
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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W397 SBR is a 2000 Aprilia Area 51 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 Aprilia Area 51 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 8,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Area 51 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W397 SBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Area 51 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Aprilia Area 51 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W397 SBR registered?

W397 SBR is a 2000 Aprilia Area 51, first registered on 22 July 2000.

Is W397 SBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W397 SBR shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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