Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650?

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 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650?

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 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650?

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 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 151 vehicles, the 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650?

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 Pegaso 650 (2006)

151 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.9% first-time pass rate

2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650

CarHunch analysed 151 real MOT records for the 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 passes its MOT first time in 86.9% of cases, which is a solid 6.9 percentage points above the UK average, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained. However, nearly one in five (19.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so close inspection of brakes and steering is worth your attention before purchase.

At nearly 12,750 miles on average, these machines show moderate use for their age—not garage queens, but not hard-ridden either. Expect around 1.55 failures and 4.7 advisories per MOT cycle, pointing to routine wear items rather than structural problems, so budget for regular servicing and consumables rather than major rebuilds.

We have limited data for the 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

86.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

19.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.55

Over 10.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 6k–18k

For context

These stats describe 151 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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Based on MOT data from 151 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 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.

10,744

typical

6,341

low mileage

17,564

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 vehicles fall between 6,341 and 17,564 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,341 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.

✓ 6,341–17,564 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650s sit.

⚠ Over 23,711 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 48% of 2006 Aprilia Pegaso 650s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 46 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (48% 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

10.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.55

Avg failures per vehicle

4.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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