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Y227 UUJ

2001 Aprilia Area 51

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

15,696 mi
Last recorded15,696 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Area 517,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY227 UUJ
MakeAprilia
ModelArea 51
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 15,696 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2023 9,672 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 16 May 2023 9,672 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 23 Dec 2021 8,594 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 7,484 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 7,484 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 6,658 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 6,658 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2017 6,366 miles
Fail 31 May 2017 6,366 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 6,361 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Area 51?

Based on 1,332 MOT tests across 330 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
330
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 77
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 47
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 31
Tyre tread not clearly visible 20
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 15
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Y227 UUJ is a 2001 Aprilia Area 51 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Area 51 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 7,470 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 Area 51 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y227 UUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Area 51 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Area 51 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y227 UUJ registered?

Y227 UUJ is a 2001 Aprilia Area 51, first registered on 16 August 2001.

Is Y227 UUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y227 UUJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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