Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Aprilia Habana?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Aprilia Habana?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Aprilia Habana?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2002 Aprilia Habana reliable?

Based on MOT data from 521 vehicles, the 2002 Aprilia Habana has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2002 Aprilia Habana?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 Aprilia Habana are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (28% of vehicles), Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (21.6% of vehicles), Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (18% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Aprilia Habana?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Aprilia Habana (2002)

521 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79% first-time pass rate

2002 Aprilia Habana

CarHunch analysed 521 real MOT records for the 2002 Aprilia Habana. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 Aprilia Habana sits bang on the UK average with a 79% pass rate, so reliability is broadly in line with what you'd expect from a bike of this age—nothing alarming here, though 14.2% have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth noting during inspection. These machines average 11,139 miles, suggesting most have been ridden reasonably but not thrashed, and the typical owner contends with 1.64 failures and 3.1 advisories per test, pointing to wear items and minor niggles rather than systemic problems. When you're viewing one, budget for routine brake, clutch, and wear-related work, and have a pre-purchase inspection focus specifically on the electrics and fuel system—two common trouble spots on aging Habanas. A median carhunch score of 50 reflects a bike that's neither a reliable favourite nor a minefield; it's honest transport if maintained.

The 2002 Aprilia Habana passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (79%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

79%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

14.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.64

Over 7 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 6k–14k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.1 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 521 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 521 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 21.6%

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey · Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey

Suspension & steering 18%

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 16.6%

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 15.4%

Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp aim too low · Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Other issues 7.5%

Riders seat insecure

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Before you buy a 2002 Aprilia Habana

Based on MOT data from 521 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 14.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,646 Aprilia Habana vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 47.7%

1,261

Black 39.7%

1,051

Green 2.6%

Red 2.5%

Orange 2.4%

Silver 1.9%

Maroon 1.5%

White 1.4%

Grey 0.2%

Yellow 0.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Aprilia Habana vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

9,551

typical

5,914

low mileage

14,434

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Aprilia Habana vehicles fall between 5,914 and 14,434 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,914 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 5,914–14,434 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Aprilia Habanas sit.

⚠ Over 19,485 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Aprilia Habana — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 23% of 2002 Aprilia Habanas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 33 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (23% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.64

Avg failures per vehicle

3.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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