Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2015 Aprilia Rsv?

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 2015 Aprilia Rsv?

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 2015 Aprilia Rsv?

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 2015 Aprilia Rsv reliable?

Based on MOT data from 104 vehicles, the 2015 Aprilia Rsv has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2015 Aprilia Rsv?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2015 Aprilia Rsv are: Exhaust noisy (106.5% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (33.5% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (29.1% 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 2015 Aprilia Rsv?

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 Rsv (2015)

104 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94% first-time pass rate

2015 Aprilia Rsv

CarHunch analysed 104 real MOT records for the 2015 Aprilia Rsv. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2015 Aprilia RSV is a strong performer on the MOT bench, passing at 94% against the UK average of 80%—a 14-percentage-point lead that reflects well-maintained machines. Dangerous defects are rare, affecting only 6.7% of the cohort, so safety is not a red flag here.

These bikes show modest mileage for their age at around 8,100 miles on average, suggesting they're weekend toys or lightly used rather than commuter workhorses. Average failures per vehicle sit at just 0.42, but advisories average 2.4, meaning wear items and minor fixes will crop up—budget for routine brake, suspension, and consumable maintenance rather than expecting a fault-free machine. If you're considering one, have any prospective purchase inspected by a Ducati-familiar technician, as these Italian sports bikes reward specialist care over generalist garages.

We have limited data for the 2015 Aprilia Rsv — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

94%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

6.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.42

Over 5.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 5k–11k

For context

These stats describe 104 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 104 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 106.5%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy · Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition

Tyre wear 33.5%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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 16.1%

Rear reflector missing · Drive chain slightly loose · Rear reflector on motorcycle missing

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

Brake wear 10.9%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · …

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

Suspension & steering 7.8%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside 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.

Other issues 6.1%

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015.

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Based on MOT data from 104 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 6.7% 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

Mileage Distribution

Most 2015 Aprilia Rsv 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.

7,792

typical

4,967

low mileage

10,814

high mileage

Half of all 2015 Aprilia Rsv vehicles fall between 4,967 and 10,814 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 4,967 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.

✓ 4,967–10,814 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2015 Aprilia Rsvs sit.

⚠ Over 14,598 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2015 Aprilia Rsv — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 67% of 2015 Aprilia Rsvs are still active.

54 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 67% 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

5.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.42

Avg failures per vehicle

2.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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