Aprilia RS 250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aprilia RS 250 reliable? We analysed 5,548 real MOT tests across 936 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia RS 250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia RS 250.
Aprilia RS 250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia RS 250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia RS 250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia RS 250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia RS 250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia RS 250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia RS 250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia RS 250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia RS 250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia RS 250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 188 | 94.1% | 2,832 | 5,868 | 8,047 |
| 2002 | 284 | 88.4% | 4,892 | 8,297 | 13,828 |
| 2001 | 417 | 89.0% | 4,787 | 8,194 | 12,818 |
| 2000 | 819 | 90.4% | 6,940 | 9,988 | 13,694 |
| 1999 | 617 | 89.5% | 6,276 | 10,027 | 15,399 |
| 1998 | 940 | 86.3% | 7,438 | 11,681 | 17,830 |
| 1997 | 657 | 86.1% | 9,241 | 12,367 | 17,728 |
| 1996 | 779 | 87.8% | 7,688 | 12,139 | 16,694 |
| 1995 | 756 | 84.5% | 8,660 | 12,515 | 16,472 |
How Long Does a Aprilia RS 250 Last?
Based on 936 Aprilia RS 250 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia RS 250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia RS 250 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 RS 250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.1% MOT pass rate from 188 tests
84.5% MOT pass rate from 756 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia RS 250 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.1% across 188 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia RS 250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia RS 250 THIS CAR | 87.7% | 5,548 | 10,917 mi | 31 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 |
| MG C GT | 81.8% | 4,788 | 36,880 mi | 58 yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia RS 250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia RS 250Should you buy a used Aprilia RS 250?
The Aprilia RS 250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.7% across 5,548 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 RS 250 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (55 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (45), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (27). 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 RS 250 owner drives around 189 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 RS 250 models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.