Aprilia AF1 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia AF1 car check
Is the Aprilia AF1 reliable? We analysed 717 real MOT tests across 201 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia AF1 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include footrest missing, reflector on motorcycle missing and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia AF1.
Aprilia AF1 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia AF1. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia AF1 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia AF1 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia AF1 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia AF1 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia AF1 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia AF1 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia AF1 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia AF1 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 50 | 72.0% | 14,120 | 24,440 | 29,294 |
| 1993 | 59 | 72.9% | 18,343 | 23,318 | 28,136 |
| 1992 | 80 | 66.3% | 15,466 | 21,780 | 29,187 |
| 1990 | 63 | 68.3% | 6,595 | 12,505 | 17,020 |
How Long Does a Aprilia AF1 Last?
Based on 201 Aprilia AF1 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia AF1 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia AF1 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Aprilia AF1
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.9% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
66.3% MOT pass rate from 80 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia AF1 is 1993, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.9% across 59 tests. The 1992 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia AF1 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia AF1 THIS CAR | 68.5% | 717 | 21,714 mi | 36 yrs |
| Aprilia Rsv | 86.8% | 87,683 | 13,065 mi | 27 yrs |
| Aprilia RS125 | 70.2% | 51,570 | 13,624 mi | 31 yrs |
| Aprilia Tuono | 89.5% | 42,169 | 11,799 mi | 24 yrs |
| Keeway F-act 50 | 73.6% | 924 | 6,297 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia AF1 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia AF1Should you buy a used Aprilia AF1?
The Aprilia AF1 has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.5% across 717 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Aprilia AF1 are footrest missing (40 recorded failures), reflector on motorcycle missing (39), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (33). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Aprilia AF1 owner drives around 400 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Aprilia AF1 models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.