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WA05 SWN

2005 Aprilia RX50

Black Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Aprilia RX5013,036 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA05 SWN
MakeAprilia
ModelRX50
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 May 2019

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 May 2019

Front Brake lever pivot has excessive free play (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 May 2018

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 May 2018

Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted attachment bolt missing (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Fail 19 May 2017

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016

Front mudguard badly misaligned

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fail 8 Apr 2016

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking breather missing (7.2.1a)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour lens missing (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly return spring missing (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front mudguard badly misaligned

Front tyre under inflated

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear position lamp obscured but not more than 50% 50% working (1.1.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2014

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 16 Sep 2013 90 miles

Drive chain fouling another component (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2013 90 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012
Fail 10 Sep 2012

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Fork yoke deformed (2.1.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 16 Nov 2010

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009
Fail 20 Nov 2009

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Aprilia RX50?

Based on 5,014 MOT tests across 799 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
1,254
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
799
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 450
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 281
reflector on motorcycle missing 259
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 248
wheel bearings have excessive free play 234
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WA05 SWN is a 2005 Aprilia RX50 in Black with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia RX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 13,036 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 RX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 450 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA05 SWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia RX50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA05 SWN registered?

WA05 SWN is a 2005 Aprilia RX50, first registered on 1 August 2005.

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