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Y196 PTS

2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650

Black Petrol 652cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

53,907 mi
Last recorded53,907 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 65018,034 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY196 PTS
MakeAprilia
ModelPegaso 650
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine652cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 53,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

clutch clevis bolt missing.

Fail 7 Apr 2026 53,907 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

clutch clevis bolt missing.

Pass 28 Feb 2025 49,574 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2025 49,574 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2024 46,426 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2024 46,426 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 31 May 2022 45,953 miles

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

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

clutch lever short

front mudguard missing

Fail 31 May 2022 45,953 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released control 2 (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

clutch lever short

front mudguard missing

Pass 27 May 2021 44,265 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 41,876 miles

Central Front Headlamp beam pattern slightly distorted.

Offside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 25 May 2019 39,911 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly on right lock (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2019 39,889 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working properly on right lock (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 38,757 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2017 37,113 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 37,041 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 31,145 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 24,488 miles

n\s hand grip

rear tyre

Pass 25 Oct 2011 22,113 miles

head light beam kit

Pass 25 May 2010 16,304 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 14,813 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 14,528 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 10,173 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Pegaso 650?

Based on 13,380 MOT tests across 1,477 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
733
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
1,477
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 172
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 147
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 102
Headlamp aim too low 64
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Y196 PTS is a 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 in Black with a 652cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 18,034 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 Pegaso 650 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y196 PTS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Pegaso 650 typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Pegaso 650 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y196 PTS registered?

Y196 PTS is a 2001 Aprilia Pegaso 650, first registered on 12 July 2001.

Is Y196 PTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y196 PTS shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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