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N840 GPX

1996 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,748 mi
Last recorded12,748 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS11,507 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN840 GPX
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2010 12,748 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 22 Oct 2010 12,748 miles

Front Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Offside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 12,550 miles

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

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2009 12,549 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 12,117 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 11,723 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2005 11,101 miles

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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N840 GPX is a 1996 Aprilia RS in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N840 GPX, 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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What year was N840 GPX registered?

N840 GPX is a 1996 Aprilia RS, first registered on 3 April 1996.

Is N840 GPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N840 GPX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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