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YX53 DCU

2003 Aprilia SR50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2022
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,080 mi
Last recorded18,080 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2003 Aprilia SR5014,470 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 DCU
MakeAprilia
ModelSR50
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 18,080 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 18,080 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Mudguard insecure ()

Pass 3 May 2019 17,300 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 17,300 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2019 17,300 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2018 15,607 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 15,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 26,945 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 22,915 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 22,915 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

nearside headlight not working

How Reliable is the Aprilia SR50?

Based on 30,409 MOT tests across 6,448 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
1,262
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
6,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 1,458
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,027
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 785
reflector on motorcycle missing 696
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 628
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YX53 DCU is a 2003 Aprilia SR50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Aprilia SR50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 14,470 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 SR50 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX53 DCU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia SR50 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Aprilia SR50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX53 DCU registered?

YX53 DCU is a 2003 Aprilia SR50, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is YX53 DCU safe to buy?

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