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Y468 NLU

2001 Aprilia RS

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,794 mi
Last recorded22,794 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Aprilia RS15,036 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY468 NLU
MakeAprilia
ModelRS
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2018 22,794 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2018 22,789 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 21,894 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2015 21,453 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 16,036 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 16,036 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 15,389 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2011 15,036 miles

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 15,036 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2010 15,028 miles

Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Front Wheel fractured significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 11,730 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 28 Sep 2009 11,730 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 18 Nov 2006 9,728 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 9,728 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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Y468 NLU is a 2001 Aprilia RS in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 Y468 NLU, 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.

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Y468 NLU is a 2001 Aprilia RS, first registered on 5 July 2001.

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