Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Aprilia SX 50 MY06 car check
Is the Aprilia SX 50 MY06 reliable? We analysed 1,931 real MOT tests across 264 vehicles to find out.
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The Aprilia SX 50 MY06 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include reflector on motorcycle missing, drive chain excessively loose and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia SX 50 MY06.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Aprilia SX 50 MY06. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Aprilia SX 50 MY06 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Aprilia SX 50 MY06 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Aprilia SX 50 MY06 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia SX 50 MY06 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 218 | 67.0% | 8,692 | 12,042 | 16,977 |
| 2012 | 141 | 71.6% | 5,066 | 9,719 | 15,207 |
| 2011 | 176 | 71.6% | 8,806 | 13,340 | 17,047 |
| 2010 | 357 | 67.5% | 8,174 | 11,922 | 16,884 |
| 2009 | 283 | 69.3% | 5,510 | 9,539 | 14,576 |
| 2008 | 326 | 65.6% | 6,013 | 10,507 | 17,037 |
| 2007 | 283 | 62.5% | 8,100 | 11,513 | 17,354 |
| 2006 | 133 | 66.9% | 3,405 | 11,143 | 16,645 |
How Long Does a Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Last?
Based on 264 Aprilia SX 50 MY06 vehicles on UK roads.
Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia SX 50 MY06 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 50 MY06
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
71.6% MOT pass rate from 176 tests
62.5% MOT pass rate from 283 tests
The best year to buy a used Aprilia SX 50 MY06 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 71.6% across 176 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Aprilia SX 50 MY06 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aprilia SX 50 MY06 THIS CAR | 67.5% | 1,931 | 11,258 mi | 20 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 |
| Ducati M1200 S | 90.6% | 1,594 | 6,050 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia SX 50 MY06 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Aprilia SX 50 MY06Should you buy a used Aprilia SX 50 MY06?
The Aprilia SX 50 MY06 has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.5% across 1,931 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Aprilia SX 50 MY06 are reflector on motorcycle missing (101 recorded failures), drive chain excessively loose (65), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (59). 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 SX 50 MY06 owner drives around 1,319 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 50 MY06 models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.