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P710 BPF

1996 Aprilia RS 250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

34,647 mi
Last recorded34,647 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Aprilia RS 25012,139 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP710 BPF
MakeAprilia
ModelRS 250
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 34,647 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 34,273 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 33,752 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 33,253 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 33,035 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 30,351 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 29,413 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 28,702 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Feb 2017 28,702 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2016 26,876 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 25,232 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 25,005 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 6 May 2010 10,437 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 23,353 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 May 2009 21,295 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 18,801 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 17,553 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 15,874 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia RS 250?

Based on 5,548 MOT tests across 936 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
936
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 55
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released 25
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 25
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P710 BPF is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Aprilia RS 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 12,139 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Aprilia RS 250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P710 BPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia RS 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Aprilia RS 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P710 BPF registered?

P710 BPF is a 1996 Aprilia RS 250, first registered on 20 September 1996.

Is P710 BPF safe to buy?

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