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YJ53 MJE

2003 Aprilia MX50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Aprilia MX5015,035 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ53 MJE
MakeAprilia
ModelMX50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

No lights or indicators fitted to vehicle only to be used during good visibilty and daytime

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

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 20,202 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 1 Aug 2012 17,202 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 28 Mar 2012 17,202 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 17,202 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

no lights were fitted at time of test

Pass 19 Feb 2011 17,202 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2010 17,202 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 13,461 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 10,956 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 5,900 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia MX50?

Based on 1,370 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
1,809
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 111
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 83
reflector on motorcycle missing 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 57
wheel bearings have excessive free play 54
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YJ53 MJE is a 2003 Aprilia MX50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia MX50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 15,035 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 MX50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ53 MJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia MX50 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia MX50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ53 MJE is a 2003 Aprilia MX50, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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