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Y278 GCA

2001 Aprilia RS 250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,492 mi
Last recorded3,492 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS 2508,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 GCA
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2012 3,492 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 3,492 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 2,938 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 2,638 miles

rear number plate is undersize but can be read from 15 metres.

Pass 29 Jul 2006 2,224 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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Y278 GCA is a 2001 Aprilia RS 250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 8,194 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 RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y278 GCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y278 GCA registered?

Y278 GCA is a 2001 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 6 July 2001.

Is Y278 GCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 GCA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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