Aprilia Falco Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aprilia Falco reliable? We analysed 1,982 real MOT tests across 161 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia Falco is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia Falco.
Aprilia Falco Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia Falco. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia Falco MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia Falco to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia Falco Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia Falco fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia Falco Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Aprilia Falco models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Aprilia Falco Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia Falco owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia Falco MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia Falco year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 112 | 89.3% | 9,371 | 19,090 | 26,078 |
| 2002 | 456 | 91.0% | 15,007 | 21,144 | 28,260 |
| 2001 | 824 | 88.0% | 12,363 | 18,720 | 26,656 |
| 2000 | 554 | 86.1% | 17,334 | 24,804 | 36,712 |
How Long Does a Aprilia Falco Last?
Based on 161 Aprilia Falco vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia Falco Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia Falco 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 Falco
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.0% MOT pass rate from 456 tests
86.1% MOT pass rate from 554 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia Falco is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.0% across 456 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia Falco Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Falco THIS CAR | 88.3% | 1,982 | 21,200 mi | 26 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 |
| Suzuki Ap 50 | 72.2% | 1,652 | 7,204 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia Falco outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia FalcoShould you buy a used Aprilia Falco?
The Aprilia Falco has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 1,982 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Aprilia Falco are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (17 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (12), and roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (8). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Aprilia Falco with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Aprilia Falco owner drives around 757 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 Falco models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.