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MX08 VHG

2008 Aprilia Shiver

White Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,878 mi
Last recorded1,878 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Aprilia Shiver9,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 VHG
MakeAprilia
ModelShiver
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 1,878 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 1,878 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on tyre (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested no brake pressure ,excessive pedal travel (1.2.1 (g))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2025 3,006 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Left fork leg leaking oil. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake lever insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Rear Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

coolant radiator slightly loose/damaged.

Fail 21 Aug 2025 3,006 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced side light not working 50% (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Covering on Number Plate (0.1 (b))

Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 2,786 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 1,666 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2019 1,648 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 1,630 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 1,595 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Shiver?

Based on 1,938 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
730
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 5
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MX08 VHG is a 2008 Aprilia Shiver in White with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Aprilia Shiver models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 9,238 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 Shiver fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX08 VHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Shiver typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Aprilia Shiver is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MX08 VHG registered?

MX08 VHG is a 2008 Aprilia Shiver, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is MX08 VHG safe to buy?

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