Aprilia RS250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia RS250 car check
Is the Aprilia RS250 reliable? We analysed 1,674 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia RS250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia RS250.
Aprilia RS250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia RS250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia RS250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia RS250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia RS250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia RS250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia RS250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia RS250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia RS250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia RS250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 101 | 87.1% | 4,881 | 7,586 | 12,203 |
| 2001 | 139 | 89.2% | 3,737 | 8,012 | 13,199 |
| 2000 | 287 | 92.3% | 6,468 | 8,502 | 12,360 |
| 1999 | 165 | 90.3% | 5,575 | 10,022 | 16,106 |
| 1998 | 269 | 87.7% | 6,503 | 10,211 | 15,918 |
| 1997 | 153 | 88.2% | 8,366 | 10,918 | 14,563 |
| 1996 | 250 | 85.2% | 10,589 | 12,316 | 17,580 |
| 1995 | 266 | 85.3% | 8,112 | 13,590 | 19,822 |
How Long Does a Aprilia RS250 Last?
Based on 233 Aprilia RS250 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia RS250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia RS250 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 RS250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.3% MOT pass rate from 287 tests
85.2% MOT pass rate from 250 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia RS250 is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.3% across 287 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia RS250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia RS250 THIS CAR | 88.3% | 1,674 | 10,460 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 |
| Triumph Herald 12/50 | 74.8% | 1,658 | 57,650 mi | 63 yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia RS250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia RS250Should you buy a used Aprilia RS250?
The Aprilia RS250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.3% across 1,674 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 RS250 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (25 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (17), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (12). 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 RS250 owner drives around 161 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 RS250 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.