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W597 TUJ

2000 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,894 mi
Last recorded29,894 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2017
Typical for 2000 Aprilia RS17,117 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW597 TUJ
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2017 29,894 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 26,595 miles

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

Pass 18 Jul 2014 21,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 17,710 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 17,710 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2012 16,002 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 16,002 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2007 14,481 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 18 Aug 2007 14,467 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(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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W597 TUJ is a 2000 Aprilia RS in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 17,117 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 W597 TUJ, 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 26 years old, this Aprilia RS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W597 TUJ registered?

W597 TUJ is a 2000 Aprilia RS, first registered on 11 April 2000.

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