Aprilia common problems and MOT failures
From 19,917 MOT tests in 2024, 9.5% of Aprilia vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Aprilia MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 254 |
| 2 | reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 162 |
| 3 | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 151 |
| 4 | headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 151 |
| 5 | direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 143 |
| 6 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 139 |
| 7 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 125 |
| 8 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 121 |
| 9 | transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 119 |
| 10 | footrest missing or insecure | 118 |
What this means if you're buying a Aprilia
The single most common MOT failure for Aprilia is shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, accounting for 17% of all failure items.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Aprilia vehicles. If you're viewing a used Aprilia, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Buying a specific Aprilia? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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