Cagiva Roadster Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Cagiva Roadster reliable? We analysed 568 real MOT tests across 118 vehicles to find out.
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The Cagiva Roadster is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, drive chain sprocket worn to excess and reflector on motorcycle missing. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Cagiva Roadster.
Cagiva Roadster Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Cagiva Roadster. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Cagiva Roadster MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Cagiva Roadster to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Cagiva Roadster Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Cagiva Roadster fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Cagiva Roadster Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Cagiva Roadster owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Cagiva Roadster MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Cagiva Roadster year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 65 | 64.6% | 7,819 | 11,716 | 23,820 |
| 2000 | 186 | 69.4% | 6,748 | 13,337 | 21,537 |
| 1999 | 121 | 66.9% | 8,959 | 14,069 | 20,938 |
| 1998 | 60 | 76.7% | 8,819 | 14,326 | 23,028 |
| 1994 | 70 | 61.4% | 13,566 | 17,534 | 26,634 |
How Long Does a Cagiva Roadster Last?
Based on 118 Cagiva Roadster vehicles on UK roads.
Cagiva Roadster Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Cagiva Roadster 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 Cagiva Roadster
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
76.7% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
61.4% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
The best year to buy a used Cagiva Roadster is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 76.7% across 60 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Cagiva Roadster Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cagiva Roadster THIS CAR | 68.0% | 568 | 14,104 mi | 32 yrs |
| Cagiva Raptor | 83.7% | 5,262 | 14,046 mi | 26 yrs |
| Cagiva MITO-125 | 70.1% | 4,171 | 18,434 mi | 31 yrs |
| Cagiva Mito | 67.5% | 3,514 | 22,842 mi | 35 yrs |
| Audi Q3 S Line Edition TDI | 95.7% | 420 | 55,738 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Cagiva Raptor (83.7% pass rate) and the Cagiva MITO-125 (70.1% pass rate), the Cagiva Roadster trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Cagiva Roadster has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.0% across 568 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Cagiva Roadster are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (43 recorded failures), drive chain sprocket worn to excess (21), and reflector on motorcycle missing (18). 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 Cagiva Roadster owner drives around 818 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 Cagiva Roadster models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.