Aprilia SR125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Aprilia SR125 reliable? We analysed 1,621 real MOT tests across 356 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia SR125 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia SR125.
Aprilia SR125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia SR125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia SR125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia SR125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia SR125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia SR125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia SR125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia SR125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia SR125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia SR125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 150 | 74.0% | 8,414 | 13,597 | 22,202 |
| 2001 | 585 | 76.6% | 11,282 | 16,470 | 25,042 |
| 2000 | 459 | 76.0% | 11,330 | 16,143 | 22,498 |
| 1999 | 373 | 75.9% | 10,974 | 16,961 | 22,564 |
How Long Does a Aprilia SR125 Last?
Based on 356 Aprilia SR125 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia SR125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia SR125 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 SR125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.6% MOT pass rate from 585 tests
74.0% MOT pass rate from 150 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia SR125 is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.6% across 585 tests. The 2002 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia SR125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia SR125 THIS CAR | 76.2% | 1,621 | 16,291 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 |
| Suzuki Dl 1050 Rc M0 | 92% | 986 | 9,819 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia SR125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Aprilia SR125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 1,621 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 SR125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (66 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (38), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (32). 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 SR125 owner drives around 981 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 SR125 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.