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DX05 JCO

2005 Aprilia Sonic

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

17,085 mi
Last recorded17,085 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Aprilia Sonic9,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX05 JCO
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 17,085 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 17,070 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front tyre perished

Pass 7 Aug 2020 15,554 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front tyre has slight cracks in side wall

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2013 15,528 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2013 15,497 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 9,453 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 6,606 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2011 6,606 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Feb 2010 5,164 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 4,457 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 4,256 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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DX05 JCO is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 9,854 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX05 JCO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sonic typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia Sonic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX05 JCO registered?

DX05 JCO is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 2 March 2005.

Is DX05 JCO safe to buy?

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