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Mv Agusta F3 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mv Agusta F3 reliable? We analysed 1,717 real MOT tests across 313 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,717 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.6%
Typical Mileage
4,600mi
Annual Mileage
380mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
14yrs

The Mv Agusta F3 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mv Agusta F3.

Mv Agusta F3 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mv Agusta F3. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mv Agusta F3 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Mv Agusta F3 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

88%
2017
87.6%
2016
87.4%
2015
84.7%
2014
89.8%
2013
92.9%
2012

Mv Agusta F3 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mv Agusta F3 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7

Mv Agusta F3 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mv Agusta F3 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
124 mi/yr
Typical
380 mi/yr
Average
654 mi/yr
Heavy usage
850 mi/yr

Mv Agusta F3 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mv Agusta F3 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2017 266 88.0% 1,836 2,888 5,905
2016 484 87.6% 2,266 3,994 6,268
2015 469 87.4% 2,857 4,759 7,370
2014 281 84.7% 3,566 6,341 9,976
2013 88 89.8% 3,568 5,252 7,452
2012 84 92.9% 5,847 8,003 11,670

How Long Does a Mv Agusta F3 Last?

Based on 313 Mv Agusta F3 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
7.9 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
14 years

Mv Agusta F3 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mv Agusta F3 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
4,600 mi
75th Percentile
7,564 mi
95th Percentile
12,274 mi
Max Recorded
20,990 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Mv Agusta F3

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

Best year
2012

92.9% MOT pass rate from 84 tests

Year to avoid
2014

84.7% MOT pass rate from 281 tests

The best year to buy a used Mv Agusta F3 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 84 tests. The 2014 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Mv Agusta F3 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Mv Agusta F3 THIS CAR 87.6% 1,717 4,600 mi 14 yrs
Mv Agusta F4 88.2% 9,470 7,361 mi 26 yrs
Mv Agusta Brutale 88.2% 4,592 5,563 mi 22 yrs
Mv Agusta 750F4 S 89.3% 1,734 9,302 mi 26 yrs
Audi S5 TDI MHEV QUATTRO Auto 89.8% 854 32,446 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mv Agusta F4 (88.2% pass rate) and the Mv Agusta Brutale (88.2% pass rate), the Mv Agusta F3 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mv Agusta F3?

The Mv Agusta F3 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.6% across 1,717 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake has no recorded effort at a wheel. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mv Agusta F3 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mv Agusta F3 owner drives around 380 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 Mv Agusta F3 models stay on UK roads for around 14 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.

Mv Agusta F3 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mv Agusta F3 reliable?
Based on 1,717 MOT tests, the Mv Agusta F3 has a 87.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mv Agusta F3?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Mv Agusta F3 do per year?
The typical Mv Agusta F3 does around 380 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mv Agusta F3 last?
Most Mv Agusta F3 models stay on UK roads for around 14 years based on our analysis of 313 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mv Agusta F3?
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 Mv Agusta F3?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Mv Agusta F3 is 2012 with a 92.9% pass rate across 84 tests.