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WX05 LBZ

2005 Aprilia Sonic

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,464 mi
Last recorded24,464 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2005 Aprilia Sonic9,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX05 LBZ
MakeAprilia
ModelSonic
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 24,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 23,752 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 22,627 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 20,940 miles

Offside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 19,916 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 19,897 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,683 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Throttle cable requires lubrication

Fail 6 Jun 2016 18,678 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn is not continous or uniform (1.7.3c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Throttle cable requires lubrication

Pass 5 Jun 2015 17,770 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

throttle cable stiff

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,653 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

rear mudguard loose

various body panels require securing

Pass 11 Jun 2013 13,420 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Indicator tell tale light not functioning

Fail 4 Jun 2013 13,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Indicator tell tale light not functioning

Fail 19 Jan 2010 14,409 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 17 Jan 2009 11,957 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2009 11,957 miles

How Reliable is the Aprilia Sonic?

Based on 2,991 MOT tests across 696 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
982
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
696
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering headbearing has excessive free play 213
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 85
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 70
wheel bearings have excessive free play 65
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WX05 LBZ is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Aprilia Sonic models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 9,854 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 Sonic fails its MOT is steering headbearing has excessive free play, accounting for 213 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WX05 LBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Aprilia Sonic typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Aprilia Sonic is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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WX05 LBZ is a 2005 Aprilia Sonic, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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