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

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 Sr?

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 Sr?

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 Sr vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% 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 Sr reliable?

Based on MOT data from 168 vehicles, the 2016 Aprilia Sr has a first-time MOT pass rate of 84.3%, 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 Sr?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Aprilia Sr are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (27.6% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (20.6% of vehicles), Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (19.2% 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 Sr?

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 Sr (2016)

168 real MOT outcomes analysed • 84.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Aprilia Sr

CarHunch analysed 168 real MOT records for the 2016 Aprilia Sr. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Aprilia SR passes its MOT on the first attempt 84.3% of the time, which is a solid 4.3 percentage points above the UK average—but the 26.2% rate of dangerous defects is a genuine concern that suggests some examples have had serious issues like brake or lighting failures. This is a scooter that's fundamentally reliable, but you need to know what you're buying into.

At under 12,300 miles on average, these machines are running very light, which partly explains the respectable pass rate; however, the average of 3.0 advisories per vehicle indicates wear is creeping in, and you should budget for maintenance even on lower-mileage examples. Before committing, ask the seller for the full MOT history and get a trusted mechanic to inspect the braking system and lights in detail, since that's where the weak spot lies.

We have limited data for the 2016 Aprilia Sr — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

84.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

26.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.9

Over 4.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 8k–15k

For context

These stats describe 168 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 168 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 27.6%

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 20.6%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick · …

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

Suspension & steering 19.2%

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Steering headbearing has slight free play · …

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

Other issues 7%

Horn not working · COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Exhaust & emissions 6.1%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases · Exhaust noisy

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 168 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.2% 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 2016 Aprilia Sr 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.

10,913

typical

7,899

low mileage

15,049

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Aprilia Sr vehicles fall between 7,899 and 15,049 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,899 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.

✓ 7,899–15,049 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Aprilia Srs sit.

⚠ Over 20,316 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 Sr — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 50% of 2016 Aprilia Srs are still active.

59 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 50% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* 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

4.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.9

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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