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DX53 JKF

2003 Aprilia MX50

Red Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2016
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Aprilia MX5015,035 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 JKF
MakeAprilia
ModelMX50
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2025

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Forks modification unsafe (2.2.2 (e))

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper inadequately mounted and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2015 34,605 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 34,605 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 24 Dec 2013 34,173 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle very stiff to operate

Fail 11 Dec 2013 34,168 miles

Front Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle very stiff to operate

Pass 17 Dec 2012 30,419 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 30,368 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 28,050 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 24,882 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 22,780 miles

Brake component cracked but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

header tank cap missing

Fail 18 Jan 2008 22,780 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Brake component cracked but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

header tank cap missing

Pass 11 Jan 2007 15,591 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2007 15,591 miles

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

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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DX53 JKF is a 2003 Aprilia MX50 in Red with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DX53 JKF, 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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DX53 JKF is a 2003 Aprilia MX50, first registered on 8 October 2003.

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