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Y979 HYG

2001 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

8,975 mi
Last recorded8,975 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS15,036 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY979 HYG
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 8,975 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

ignition barrel loose

Fail 18 Jul 2014 8,975 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

ignition barrel loose

Fail 16 Nov 2007 8,975 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2007 8,975 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 8,975 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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Y979 HYG is a 2001 Aprilia RS in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 15,036 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y979 HYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was Y979 HYG registered?

Y979 HYG is a 2001 Aprilia RS, first registered on 14 March 2001.

Is Y979 HYG safe to buy?

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