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Y238 RVS

2001 Aprilia RS

Silver Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,056 mi
Last recorded46,056 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS15,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY238 RVS
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 46,056 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 45,606 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 45,590 miles

Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock FOUL ON PETROL TANK BOTH SIDES (2.1.4 (b))

Pass 30 May 2020 45,127 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 42,982 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 19 May 2018 42,961 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 4 May 2017 42,848 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 38,605 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 35,626 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,653 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 26,095 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 25,535 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 21,832 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2010 18,653 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Apr 2009 16,131 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2008 15,581 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 14,311 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,227 miles

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

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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Y238 RVS is a 2001 Aprilia RS in Silver with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Aprilia RS models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 15,036 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y238 RVS, 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 25 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 Y238 RVS registered?

Y238 RVS is a 2001 Aprilia RS, first registered on 19 April 2001.

Is Y238 RVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y238 RVS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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