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Y238 PDX

2001 Aprilia Sonic

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

16,920 mi
Last recorded16,920 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2014
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Sonic8,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 PDX
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2014 16,920 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 16,918 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 16,728 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 15,929 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 15,929 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 14,539 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 14,535 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.2c) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 13,673 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 13,673 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2008 13,673 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 13,673 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

seat does not lock

Pass 29 May 2007 12,514 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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Y238 PDX is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 8,723 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 Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y238 PDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was Y238 PDX registered?

Y238 PDX is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y238 PDX safe to buy?

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