Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Aprilia Rs125?

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 2008 Aprilia Rs125?

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 2008 Aprilia Rs125?

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 2008 Aprilia Rs125 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 481 vehicles, the 2008 Aprilia Rs125 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Aprilia Rs125?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Aprilia Rs125 are: Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (38.4% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.1% of vehicles), Drive chain slightly loose (30% 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 2008 Aprilia Rs125?

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 Rs125 (2008)

481 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.5% first-time pass rate

2008 Aprilia Rs125

CarHunch analysed 481 real MOT records for the 2008 Aprilia Rs125. 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. 481 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2008 Aprilia RS125 has a first-time pass rate of 76.4%, sitting slightly below the UK average of 80%, and nearly one in five examples (19.8%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a red flag worth investigating before purchase. This suggests the model carries more wear-related issues than typical for its age.

At 9,619 miles average, these bikes have been ridden fairly lightly, yet they're still accumulating 1.72 failures and 4.8 advisories per test, pointing to maintenance neglect or age-related corrosion rather than high-mileage abuse. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on the electrical system and fasteners, and factor in the likelihood of near-term repairs.

The 2008 Aprilia Rs125 passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (76.5%) — 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

76.5%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

19.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.72

Over 6.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–12k

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 4.8 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 481 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 481 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 38.4%

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

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

Lighting 30%

Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector on motorcycle missing

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

Other issues 19.1%

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

Brake wear 13.8%

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · …

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

Exhaust & emissions 11.3%

Exhaust noisy

Suspension & steering 8.3%

Rear suspension bush has slight free play

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 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Aprilia Rs125

Based on MOT data from 481 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19.8% 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 7,944 Aprilia Rs125 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 48.3%

3,834

Red 14.8%

1,177

White 8.7%

694

Multi-colour 8.2%

654

Silver 6.5%

520

Grey 5.6%

445

Blue 4.1%

326

Yellow 1.4%

112

Orange 0.9%

Green 0.7%

Purple 0.6%

Not stated 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Aprilia Rs125 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.

8,293

typical

5,414

low mileage

12,243

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Aprilia Rs125 vehicles fall between 5,414 and 12,243 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,414 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.

✓ 5,414–12,243 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Aprilia Rs125s sit.

⚠ Over 16,528 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Aprilia Rs125 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 21% of 2008 Aprilia Rs125s are still active.

Numbers are declining — 56 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (21% 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

6.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.72

Avg failures per vehicle

4.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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