Aprilia Rs
MotorcycleFrom 599 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 19 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 19 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 15 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 12 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 10 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 10 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 10 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 8 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 7 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 34.5% of failures are serious: 25.7% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 8.8% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £92.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 76.7% | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, exhaust system leaking or insecure |
| 2015 | 65.5% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Rss tested had between 6,544 and 14,769 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,388 median miles, the Rs has 0.211 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Aprilia models
| Aprilia Tuono | 90% |
| Aprilia Rsv | 89.6% |
| Aprilia Rs125 | 74.5% |
Common questions
What is the Aprilia Rs MOT pass rate?
The Aprilia Rs has a 76% MOT pass rate based on 599 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Aprilia Rs?
The most common MOT failure on the Aprilia Rs is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 19 failures. Other common issues include a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn.
What is the typical mileage of a Aprilia Rs at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Aprilia Rs is 11,388 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,544 and 14,769 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.