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OU51 VWO

2001 Aprilia Leonardo 250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

53,928 mi
Last recorded53,928 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Aprilia Leonardo 25022,647 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 VWO
MakeAprilia
ModelLeonardo 250
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2016 53,928 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 46,791 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 46,791 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2014 43,038 miles

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

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 43,038 miles

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

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

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

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

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 39,355 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 39,355 miles

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

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2012 35,796 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 32,089 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 32,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 28,761 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 25,364 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Aug 2009 25,364 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 22,031 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 22,031 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,145 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 14,126 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia Leonardo 250?

Based on 1,131 MOT tests across 138 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
955
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
138
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
wheel bearings have excessive free play 10
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OU51 VWO is a 2001 Aprilia Leonardo 250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia Leonardo 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 22,647 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 Leonardo 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU51 VWO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Leonardo 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Aprilia Leonardo 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OU51 VWO registered?

OU51 VWO is a 2001 Aprilia Leonardo 250, first registered on 12 September 2001.

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