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Y226 VFF

2001 Aprilia SL1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

35,448 mi
Last recorded35,448 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 Aprilia SL100020,548 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY226 VFF
MakeAprilia
ModelSL1000
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 35,448 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2015 35,352 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

nail in rear tyre

oil leak

side stand loose

Pass 2 Sep 2014 32,483 miles

clutch lever very stiff

engine noisey

oil leak

rear brake disc rusty

Fail 2 Sep 2014 32,483 miles

Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

clutch lever very stiff

engine noisey

oil leak

rear brake disc rusty

Pass 23 Aug 2013 29,832 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 27,748 miles

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

brake fluid on min in master cylinder

front left brake pad loose in housing

slight binding from rear brake

Pass 7 Sep 2011 27,021 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 25,904 miles

oil / grease on rear shock absorber

slight bind on rear brake

Pass 23 Apr 2008 23,476 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 18,849 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2006 13,827 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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Y226 VFF is a 2001 Aprilia SL1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y226 VFF, 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.

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What year was Y226 VFF registered?

Y226 VFF is a 2001 Aprilia SL1000, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y226 VFF safe to buy?

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