Aprilia Sport City Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aprilia Sport City reliable? We analysed 3,810 real MOT tests across 625 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia Sport City is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia Sport City.
Aprilia Sport City Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia Sport City. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia Sport City MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia Sport City to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia Sport City Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia Sport City fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia Sport City Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia Sport City owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia Sport City MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia Sport City year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 65 | 78.5% | 6,996 | 10,619 | 16,756 |
| 2013 | 213 | 86.4% | 5,159 | 9,359 | 16,868 |
| 2012 | 245 | 81.2% | 4,509 | 11,944 | 17,353 |
| 2011 | 388 | 77.6% | 6,962 | 10,898 | 17,480 |
| 2010 | 528 | 81.1% | 5,701 | 9,877 | 17,364 |
| 2009 | 781 | 79.4% | 6,673 | 12,288 | 18,471 |
| 2008 | 817 | 81.0% | 6,942 | 13,239 | 20,835 |
| 2007 | 301 | 85.4% | 7,385 | 13,203 | 24,310 |
| 2006 | 157 | 82.8% | 7,878 | 11,740 | 19,438 |
| 2005 | 230 | 76.5% | 7,230 | 13,370 | 20,037 |
| 2004 | 70 | 81.4% | 6,447 | 15,461 | 21,542 |
How Long Does a Aprilia Sport City Last?
Based on 625 Aprilia Sport City vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia Sport City Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia Sport City 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 Sport City
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.4% MOT pass rate from 213 tests
76.5% MOT pass rate from 230 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia Sport City is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.4% across 213 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia Sport City Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Sport City THIS CAR | 80.8% | 3,810 | 11,932 mi | 22 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 |
| Toyota Landcruiser LC3 D-4D | 74.6% | 4,877 | 160,034 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia Sport City sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Aprilia Sport City has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.8% across 3,810 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 Sport City are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (72 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (64), and shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (60). 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 Sport City owner drives around 1,239 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 Sport City models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.