Aprilia Dorsoduro (2012)
2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro
CarHunch analysed 109 real MOT records for the 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro is a strong performer, with a first-time pass rate of 90.9% well above the UK average of 80%, and only 11.9% of examples ever showing a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure. This Italian middleweight shows genuine mechanical robustness for its age.
At just over 9,000 miles on average, these bikes are genuinely lightly used, which explains the high pass rate; the real test is the 0.88 failures per vehicle, meaning most don't need significant repairs when they do fail. The 3.1 advisories per bike suggest minor wear items crop up, but if you're considering one, check the service history carefully since light mileage can mask neglect—these bikes reward consistent maintenance over occasional use.
What to check before buying a 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 107 | 90.9% | 0.89 |
| Other (2%) | 2 | 90% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro vehicles fall between 5,297 and 11,270 miles.
2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro — Still on the Road
64 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Aprilia Dorsoduro
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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55.2%
Exhaust noisy
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41.6%
Exhaust noisy
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23.1%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22.5%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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20.2%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18.2%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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17.3%
Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort
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15.9%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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