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Y987 FFR

2001 Aprilia Falco

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

29,378 mi
Last recorded29,378 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Falco18,720 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY987 FFR
MakeAprilia
ModelFalco
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2026 29,378 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 29,328 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 29,153 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 29,153 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 29,049 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 28,515 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 27,369 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 27,192 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 26,765 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 20,507 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Jun 2008 20,507 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 16,791 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2006 16,125 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Falco?

Based on 1,982 MOT tests across 161 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
757
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
161
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 8
Drive chain excessively loose 7
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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Y987 FFR is a 2001 Aprilia Falco in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Falco models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 18,720 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 Falco fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y987 FFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Falco typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Falco is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y987 FFR registered?

Y987 FFR is a 2001 Aprilia Falco, first registered on 22 June 2001.

Is Y987 FFR safe to buy?

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