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BU05 NVF

2005 Aprilia Rsv

Grey Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

36,279 mi
Last recorded36,279 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Aprilia Rsv10,050 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 NVF
MakeAprilia
ModelRsv
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 36,279 miles

Central Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 33,890 miles

Rear brake spongy

Pass 9 Apr 2024 31,017 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2023 29,135 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 27,786 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 25,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 24,298 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 21,885 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 18,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 2 Sep 2016 18,949 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 16,970 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 16,970 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2014 14,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 6,318 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 4,866 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 3,335 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2010 3,317 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2009

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,605 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Rsv?

Based on 87,683 MOT tests across 8,701 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
756
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,701
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 918
reflector on motorcycle missing 860
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 511
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 410
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 380
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BU05 NVF is a 2005 Aprilia Rsv in Grey with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia Rsv models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 10,050 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 Rsv fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 918 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU05 NVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Rsv typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia Rsv is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU05 NVF registered?

BU05 NVF is a 2005 Aprilia Rsv, first registered on 22 June 2005.

Is BU05 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU05 NVF shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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