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Y553 OFE

2001 Aprilia Sonic

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,567 mi
Last recorded18,567 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Sonic8,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY553 OFE
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2025 18,567 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 18,452 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 18,409 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 18,312 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 18,166 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 18,096 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 18,044 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 17,943 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 17,856 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 17,687 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,374 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 16,891 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 16,332 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 16,166 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 15,927 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 15,721 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2009 15,482 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 15,196 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 14,621 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 13,204 miles

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

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

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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Y553 OFE is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y553 OFE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y553 OFE registered?

Y553 OFE is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 24 May 2001.

Is Y553 OFE safe to buy?

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