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P708 CTF

1996 Aprilia RS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,700 mi
Last recorded25,700 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS25012,316 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP708 CTF
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 25,700 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 25,047 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 24,623 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 15 May 2015 24,569 miles

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

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 29 May 2014 24,248 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2013 23,871 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2013 23,871 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 23,525 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 23,525 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 23,436 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2010 23,025 miles

front brake s/w req attn

Pass 5 Jul 2008 22,562 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 21,315 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 21,300 miles

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

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS250?

Based on 1,674 MOT tests across 233 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
161
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
233
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 25
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp aim too low 8
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 6
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P708 CTF is a 1996 Aprilia RS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,316 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 RS250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 25 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P708 CTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P708 CTF registered?

P708 CTF is a 1996 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 5 August 1996.

Is P708 CTF safe to buy?

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