Aprilia Sr50 (2001)
2001 Aprilia Sr50
CarHunch analysed 531 real MOT records for the 2001 Aprilia Sr50. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Aprilia SR50 passes its MOT first time in just 77.3% of cases, slightly below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these ageing scooters need a bit more attention to keep roadworthy. The good news is that dangerous defects are relatively uncommon at 10.5%, so you're not looking at a safety minefield if you buy one.
These machines have genuinely low mileage for their age—averaging just 15,784 miles—which reflects their role as commuter bikes rather than long-distance runners, and that helps explain why failures and advisories remain modest at 0.94 and 2.0 per vehicle respectively. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on the cooling system and exhaust, which are the typical weak points on ageing Piaggio-built scooters of this era.
What to check before buying a 2001 Aprilia Sr50
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 530 | 77.3% | 0.94 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Aprilia Sr50 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Aprilia Sr50 vehicles fall between 10,324 and 20,319 miles.
2001 Aprilia Sr50 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 11 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2022 (23% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2022.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2001 Aprilia Sr50
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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16.2%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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16.1%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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15.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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13.1%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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12.3%
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion
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12%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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11.8%
Steering headbearing has slight free play
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10.8%
Headlamp aim too high
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2001. Counts include advisories and failures.
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