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Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 reliable? We analysed 909 real MOT tests across 130 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 909 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.7%
Typical Mileage
9,957mi
Annual Mileage
844mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
17yrs

The Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia Sport City Cube 300.

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.5%
2012
87.4%
2011
90.3%
2010
85.8%
2009

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts 3
Headlamp aim too high 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 2

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
252 mi/yr
Typical
844 mi/yr
Average
1,393 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,913 mi/yr

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 153 91.5% 5,203 9,508 14,878
2011 230 87.4% 5,228 10,505 17,730
2010 227 90.3% 5,546 10,630 15,981
2009 246 85.8% 4,624 9,762 16,280

How Long Does a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Last?

Based on 130 Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
8.7 years
Median
8.5 years
Estimated max lifespan
17 years

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,957 mi
75th Percentile
16,028 mi
95th Percentile
28,202 mi
Max Recorded
291,319 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Aprilia Sport City Cube 300

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2012

91.5% MOT pass rate from 153 tests

Year to avoid
2009

85.8% MOT pass rate from 246 tests

The best year to buy a used Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.5% across 153 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.8% — 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 Cube 300 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 Cube 300 THIS CAR 88.7% 909 9,957 mi 17 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
Peugeot 206 Verve HDI 73.4% 576 107,567 mi — yrs

Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Aprilia Sport City Cube 300?

The Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.7% across 909 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 Cube 300 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (12 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5), and suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts (3). 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 Sport City Cube 300 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 Sport City Cube 300 owner drives around 844 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 Cube 300 models stay on UK roads for around 17 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.

Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 reliable?
Based on 909 MOT tests, the Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 has a 88.7% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300?
The most common MOT failures are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, and suspension bush has excessive free play engine mounts. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 do per year?
The typical Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 does around 844 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 last?
Most Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 models stay on UK roads for around 17 years based on our analysis of 130 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Aprilia Sport City Cube 300?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Aprilia Sport City Cube 300 is 2012 with a 91.5% pass rate across 153 tests.