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Y297 VFF

2001 Aprilia Mille

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,024 mi
Last recorded32,024 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2024
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Mille18,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY297 VFF
MakeAprilia
ModelMille
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2024 32,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

this machine has no lights or indicators fitted and must not be used during the hours of darkness or at times of seriously reduced visibility

Fail 5 Apr 2024 32,024 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

this machine has no lights or indicators fitted and must not be used during the hours of darkness or at times of seriously reduced visibility

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 29,096 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 15,963 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 15,963 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 25,011 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 15,424 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 15,114 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 14,660 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 13,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 19,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,225 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 12,057 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 11,350 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 10,898 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 10,898 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Mille?

Based on 1,142 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

86.2%
Pass Rate
669
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Direction indicators not working 6
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Y297 VFF is a 2001 Aprilia Mille in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Mille models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 18,202 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 Mille fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y297 VFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Mille typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Mille is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y297 VFF registered?

Y297 VFF is a 2001 Aprilia Mille, first registered on 27 June 2001.

Is Y297 VFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y297 VFF shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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