Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Aprilia RS?

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 2016 Aprilia RS?

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 2016 Aprilia RS?

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.

How many 2016 Aprilia RS vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

36% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Aprilia RS reliable?

Based on MOT data from 308 vehicles, the 2016 Aprilia RS has a first-time MOT pass rate of 79.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Aprilia RS?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Aprilia RS are: Exhaust noisy (51.9% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (37.7% of vehicles), Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (25.7% 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 2016 Aprilia RS?

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 (2016)

308 real MOT outcomes analysed • 79.9% first-time pass rate

2016 Aprilia RS

CarHunch analysed 308 real MOT records for the 2016 Aprilia RS. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 308 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Aprilia RS matches the UK average pass rate at 79.9%, so reliability is broadly typical for its age — but 36% of examples have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is substantially higher than most bikes and worth taking seriously as a prospective buyer. This suggests mechanical gremlins that go beyond minor wear items.

These bikes are running very low mileage for eight-year-old machines (7,960 miles average), which points to weekend or fair-weather use rather than hard commuting — yet they're still accumulating 4.7 advisories per vehicle on average, indicating that time and weather matter as much as miles. Before buying, inspect the coolant system, fuel lines, and electrical connectors closely, and factor in specialist servicing costs for an Italian sports bike.

The 2016 Aprilia RS has a decent first-time pass rate (79.9%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

79.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

36%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.16

Over 5.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 4k–11k

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 4.7 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 308 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 308 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 51.9%

Exhaust noisy

Lighting 37.7%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector missing

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

Other issues 25.7%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose

Tyre wear 20.2%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · 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.

Brake wear 17.5%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Suspension & steering 13.4%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Aprilia RS

Based on MOT data from 308 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 36% 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 1,503 Aprilia RS vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 43%

647

Multi-colour 28.8%

433

Yellow 9.7%

146

Red 4.5%

White 4.5%

Silver 4.3%

Blue 3%

Grey 0.9%

Purple 0.6%

Green 0.3%

Orange 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Aprilia RS 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.

7,848

typical

4,495

low mileage

11,166

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Aprilia RS vehicles fall between 4,495 and 11,166 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,495 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.

✓ 4,495–11,166 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Aprilia RSs sit.

⚠ Over 15,074 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Aprilia RS — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 68% of 2016 Aprilia RSs are still active.

129 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 68% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

5.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.16

Avg failures per vehicle

4.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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