Aprilia Sr 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia Sr 125 car check
Is the Aprilia Sr 125 reliable? We analysed 5,684 real MOT tests across 1,330 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia Sr 125 is about 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. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia Sr 125.
Aprilia Sr 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia Sr 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia Sr 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia Sr 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia Sr 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia Sr 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia Sr 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia Sr 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia Sr 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia Sr 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 53 | 71.7% | 13,788 | 20,793 | 25,503 |
| 2003 | 569 | 75.0% | 8,138 | 12,790 | 18,842 |
| 2002 | 648 | 73.5% | 9,612 | 14,886 | 20,790 |
| 2001 | 1,615 | 76.4% | 9,586 | 15,552 | 21,865 |
| 2000 | 1,804 | 73.4% | 9,806 | 16,388 | 22,666 |
| 1999 | 853 | 76.3% | 9,255 | 15,915 | 22,307 |
How Long Does a Aprilia Sr 125 Last?
Based on 1,330 Aprilia Sr 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia Sr 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia Sr 125 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 Sr 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.4% MOT pass rate from 1,615 tests
71.7% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia Sr 125 is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.4% across 1,615 tests. The 2012 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia Sr 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia Sr 125 THIS CAR | 74.9% | 5,684 | 15,456 mi | 27 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 |
| Kawasaki ZZR1400 | 90.5% | 6,313 | 17,684 mi | 20 yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia Sr 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia Sr 125Should you buy a used Aprilia Sr 125?
The Aprilia Sr 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.9% across 5,684 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Aprilia Sr 125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (271 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (192), and suspension bush has excessive free play (152). 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 Sr 125 owner drives around 994 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 Sr 125 models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.