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Aprilia Tuono 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Aprilia Tuono 125 reliable? We analysed 864 real MOT tests across 202 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 864 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
74.5%
Typical Mileage
12,334mi
Annual Mileage
1,120mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
23yrs

The Aprilia Tuono 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include wheel bearings have excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Aprilia Tuono 125.

Aprilia Tuono 125 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Aprilia Tuono 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Aprilia Tuono 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Aprilia Tuono 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

82.7%
2022
71.1%
2005
75.1%
2004
70.8%
2003

Aprilia Tuono 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Aprilia Tuono 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

wheel bearings have excessive free play 27
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 27
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 26
Headlamp aim too low 17
wheel bearings are excessively rough 13
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Drive chain excessively loose 10
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 8
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 7

Aprilia Tuono 125 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Aprilia Tuono 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
257 mi/yr
Typical
1,120 mi/yr
Average
2,005 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,873 mi/yr

Aprilia Tuono 125 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Aprilia Tuono 125 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 81 82.7% 1,822 5,106 9,652
2005 121 71.1% 4,006 13,512 19,914
2004 237 75.1% 9,021 13,848 18,805
2003 260 70.8% 10,109 14,948 24,445

How Long Does a Aprilia Tuono 125 Last?

Based on 202 Aprilia Tuono 125 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.8 years
Median
3.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
23 years

Aprilia Tuono 125 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Aprilia Tuono 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
12,334 mi
75th Percentile
19,415 mi
95th Percentile
32,016 mi
Max Recorded
50,567 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Aprilia Tuono 125

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

Best year
2022

82.7% MOT pass rate from 81 tests

Year to avoid
2003

70.8% MOT pass rate from 260 tests

The best year to buy a used Aprilia Tuono 125 is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.7% across 81 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Aprilia Tuono 125 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Aprilia Tuono 125 THIS CAR 74.5% 864 12,334 mi 23 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 Ex 650 Eds 86.8% 1,087 11,064 mi 13 yrs

Compared to the Aprilia Rsv (86.8% pass rate) and the Aprilia RS125 (70.2% pass rate), the Aprilia Tuono 125 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Aprilia Tuono 125?

The Aprilia Tuono 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 74.5% across 864 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Aprilia Tuono 125 are wheel bearings have excessive free play (27 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (27), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (26). 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 Tuono 125 owner drives around 1,120 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 Tuono 125 models stay on UK roads for around 23 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 Tuono 125 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Aprilia Tuono 125 reliable?
Based on 864 MOT tests, the Aprilia Tuono 125 has a 74.5% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Aprilia Tuono 125?
The most common MOT failures are wheel bearings have excessive free play, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Aprilia Tuono 125 do per year?
The typical Aprilia Tuono 125 does around 1,120 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Aprilia Tuono 125 last?
Most Aprilia Tuono 125 models stay on UK roads for around 23 years based on our analysis of 202 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Aprilia Tuono 125?
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 Tuono 125?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Aprilia Tuono 125 is 2022 with a 82.7% pass rate across 81 tests.