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S983 XOX

1998 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2015
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

30,915 mi
Last recorded30,915 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2014
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS17,597 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS983 XOX
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2014 30,915 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2014 30,912 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 30,389 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2013 30,389 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 30,304 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 30,304 miles

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 27,960 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 27,819 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Offside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 31 May 2006 24,312 miles

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

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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S983 XOX is a 1998 Aprilia RS in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 17,597 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 S983 XOX, 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 28 years old, this Aprilia RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S983 XOX registered?

S983 XOX is a 1998 Aprilia RS, first registered on 1 August 1998.

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