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N712 KTM

1996 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,428 mi
Last recorded38,428 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS11,507 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN712 KTM
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2013 38,428 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 38,428 miles

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

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 30 May 2013 38,428 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 29 May 2013

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 35,359 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 22 Sep 2008 35,359 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Lower An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Upper An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

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

rear tyre pressure low

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS?

Based on 8,913 MOT tests across 1,527 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,527
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 125
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 121
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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N712 KTM is a 1996 Aprilia RS in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 11,507 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 RS fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N712 KTM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Aprilia RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N712 KTM is a 1996 Aprilia RS, first registered on 14 June 1996.

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