Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Aprilia RS 660?

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 2021 Aprilia RS 660?

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 2021 Aprilia RS 660?

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 2021 Aprilia RS 660 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 264 vehicles, the 2021 Aprilia RS 660 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.5%, 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 2021 Aprilia RS 660?

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 RS 660 (2021)

264 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.5% first-time pass rate

2021 Aprilia RS 660

CarHunch analysed 264 real MOT records for the 2021 Aprilia RS 660. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Aprilia RS 660 passes its MOT first time in 76.3% of cases, slightly below the UK average of 80%, suggesting marginally more teething issues than typical for this age. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare—only 1.9% of bikes have ever recorded one—so safety concerns aren't a red flag here.

These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age, averaging 5,281 miles, which helps explain the light failure rate of 0.11 per vehicle; most advisories (0.4 per bike) are minor notes rather than serious problems. If you're considering one, verify the service history carefully and budget for a pre-purchase inspection to catch any niggles before you buy, since first-time pass rates suggest these aren't entirely bulletproof machines yet.

We have limited data for the 2021 Aprilia RS 660 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

94.5%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.11

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–7k

For context

These stats describe 264 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 264 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.9% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	259	94.4%	0.12

Colour Breakdown

Based on 881 Aprilia RS 660 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 47.6%

419

Red 27.2%

240

Gold 13.7%

121

Multi-colour 11.5%

101

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Aprilia RS 660 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.

4,449

typical

2,646

low mileage

6,625

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Aprilia RS 660 vehicles fall between 2,646 and 6,625 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,646 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.

✓ 2,646–6,625 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Aprilia RS 660s sit.

⚠ Over 8,943 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.11

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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