Aprilia SX Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia SX car check
Is the Aprilia SX reliable? We analysed 2,007 real MOT tests across 454 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia SX is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia SX.
Aprilia SX Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia SX. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia SX MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia SX to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia SX Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Aprilia SX models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Aprilia SX Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia SX owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia SX MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia SX year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 240 | 72.9% | 4,470 | 7,565 | 10,688 |
| 2019 | 285 | 70.2% | 4,587 | 7,290 | 10,348 |
| 2018 | 376 | 72.1% | 4,460 | 7,760 | 10,840 |
| 2017 | 205 | 75.1% | 5,358 | 8,171 | 12,364 |
| 2016 | 214 | 70.6% | 6,234 | 9,612 | 13,846 |
| 2015 | 146 | 71.2% | 7,867 | 11,780 | 16,152 |
| 2014 | 263 | 72.2% | 6,702 | 10,438 | 14,428 |
| 2013 | 86 | 74.4% | 5,363 | 8,718 | 14,134 |
How Long Does a Aprilia SX Last?
Based on 454 Aprilia SX vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia SX Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia SX 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 SX
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.1% MOT pass rate from 205 tests
70.2% MOT pass rate from 285 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia SX is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.1% across 205 tests. The 2019 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia SX Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia SX THIS CAR | 72.2% | 2,007 | 8,329 mi | 13 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 |
| Renault Clio Dynamique Turbo 100 | 75.7% | 954 | 87,279 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia SX sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia SXShould you buy a used Aprilia SX?
The Aprilia SX has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.2% across 2,007 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Aprilia SX 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 SX owner drives around 1,306 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 SX models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.