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W477 DAB

2000 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,732 mi
Last recorded14,732 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2000 Aprilia RS 2509,988 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW477 DAB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 14,732 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 23,600 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 23,583 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 23,664 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 13,699 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 21,543 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,520 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 11,658 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 10,451 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 8,183 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2006 8,183 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 May 2006 11,918 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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W477 DAB is a 2000 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.4% with a typical mileage of 9,988 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 RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W477 DAB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W477 DAB registered?

W477 DAB is a 2000 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 1 May 2000.

Is W477 DAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W477 DAB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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