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X985 WCG

2001 Aprilia SL1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

58,638 mi
Last recorded58,638 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Aprilia SL100020,548 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX985 WCG
MakeAprilia
ModelSL1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 58,638 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 36,215 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 35,471 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 35,112 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 34,326 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 33,117 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 31,738 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 30,279 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 28,689 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 28,689 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 26,815 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 43,084 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 26,200 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 1 Jul 2013 26,194 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 41,018 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 41,018 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Mar 2011 25,425 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 23,474 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 20,240 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 28,629 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,678 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 15,567 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia SL1000?

Based on 9,639 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
948
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 114
Horn not working 63
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 51
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 45
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 41
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X985 WCG is a 2001 Aprilia SL1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia SL1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 20,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia SL1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 114 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X985 WCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SL1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia SL1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X985 WCG registered?

X985 WCG is a 2001 Aprilia SL1000, first registered on 21 January 2001.

Is X985 WCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X985 WCG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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