Aprilia Sr50 (2006)
2006 Aprilia Sr50
CarHunch analysed 519 real MOT records for the 2006 Aprilia Sr50. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2006 Aprilia SR50 passes its MOT first time in 73.2% of cases, notably below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these scooters need more attention to stay roadworthy. With 17.9% of vehicles having recorded a dangerous defect at some point, buyers should factor in the higher-than-usual risk of serious mechanical issues.
At under 10,200 miles on average for an 18-year-old scooter, these machines are typically low-mileage leisure bikes, yet they still average 1.47 failures and 3.5 advisories per test—a sign that age and storage conditions matter more than use here. Have any prospective purchase thoroughly inspected by a scooter specialist, particularly the brakes, lights, and fuel system, before committing.
What to check before buying a 2006 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 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 2006 Aprilia Sr50 vehicles fall between 6,355 and 12,555 miles.
2006 Aprilia Sr50 — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 14 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (11% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2006 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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22.8%
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing
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20.3%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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19.3%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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16.6%
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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16.3%
Steering headbearing has excessive free play
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15.4%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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14.8%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
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13.9%
Steering headbearing has slight free play
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006. Counts include advisories and failures.
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