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Y727 LBW

2001 Aprilia Sonic

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

13,217 mi
Last recorded13,217 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Sonic8,723 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY727 LBW
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2016 13,217 miles

Front Fairing insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 23 Dec 2014 12,881 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2010 8,896 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 8,889 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 6,465 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 3,248 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 3,248 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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Y727 LBW is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y727 LBW, 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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Y727 LBW is a 2001 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 18 July 2001.

Is Y727 LBW safe to buy?

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