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S985 KUB

1998 Aprilia RS250

Silver Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,428 mi
Last recorded16,428 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Aprilia RS25010,211 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS985 KUB
MakeAprilia
ModelRS250
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 16,428 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 16,108 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 16,069 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 16,012 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 15,962 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 15,784 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2013 15,439 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2013 15,439 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 15,310 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,769 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2010 14,266 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2010 14,256 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2009 13,808 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 12,975 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 11,648 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2006 11,391 miles

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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S985 KUB is a 1998 Aprilia RS250 in Silver with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Aprilia RS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 10,211 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 S985 KUB, 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 28 years old, this Aprilia RS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S985 KUB registered?

S985 KUB is a 1998 Aprilia RS250, first registered on 12 November 1998.

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The MOT history for S985 KUB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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