Aprilia RS 50 (2001)
2001 Aprilia RS 50
CarHunch analysed 282 real MOT records for the 2001 Aprilia RS 50. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Aprilia RS 50 passes its MOT only 67% of the time on first attempt—significantly below the UK average of 80%—and nearly a third of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a real safety concern for buyers. Petrol 50cc sportsbikes of this age are inherently prone to electrical and emissions gremlins, but this cohort underperforms the typical used bike baseline.
With a median mileage of 19,297 for a 23-year-old bike, these machines are generally low-mileage, yet they're still averaging 2.22 failures and 5.2 advisories per test, suggesting age-related wear rather than hard use. Before buying, have a trusted mechanic inspect the electrics, fuel system, and brake condition—this model needs active maintenance to stay reliable.
What to check before buying a 2001 Aprilia RS 50
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.
- ⚠️ 27% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Aprilia RS 50 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 2001 Aprilia RS 50 vehicles fall between 13,595 and 25,565 miles.
2001 Aprilia RS 50 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 (31% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2024.
MOT History Averages
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