Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Aprilia Tuono?

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 2009 Aprilia Tuono?

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 2009 Aprilia Tuono?

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 2009 Aprilia Tuono reliable?

Based on MOT data from 171 vehicles, the 2009 Aprilia Tuono has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Aprilia Tuono?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Aprilia Tuono are: Exhaust noisy (99.6% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (58.6% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (38.7% 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 2009 Aprilia Tuono?

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 Tuono (2009)

171 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92% first-time pass rate

2009 Aprilia Tuono

CarHunch analysed 171 real MOT records for the 2009 Aprilia Tuono. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Aprilia Tuono has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92%, well above the UK average of 80%, and only 7.6% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—suggesting this is a mechanically sound sportsbike with few critical safety concerns. Its low median mileage of just 10,946 km for a 15-year-old machine indicates most examples have been garage-kept or lightly ridden, which typically correlates with better overall condition.

With an average of 1.01 failures per vehicle and 4.4 advisories, the Tuono suffers minor wear items rather than systemic problems; the relatively high advisory count suggests routine maintenance (exhaust, brake fluid, suspension components) is the main cost driver rather than major repairs. If you're considering one, have an independent technician inspect the service history closely—these bikes reward consistent maintenance, and low-mileage examples that have been properly looked after will likely give years of trouble-free ownership.

We have limited data for the 2009 Aprilia Tuono — 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

92%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

7.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.01

Over 11.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

11k

Middle half: 7k–15k

For context

These stats describe 171 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 171 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 99.6%

Exhaust noisy · Rear Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 58.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front 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 23.8%

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

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

Brake wear 15.7%

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

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

Suspension & steering 8.2%

Rear suspension bush has slight free play · Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · …

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 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Aprilia Tuono

Based on MOT data from 171 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 7.6% 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 2009 Aprilia Tuono 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.

10,946

typical

6,752

low mileage

14,888

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Aprilia Tuono vehicles fall between 6,752 and 14,888 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 6,752 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.

✓ 6,752–14,888 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Aprilia Tuonos sit.

⚠ Over 20,098 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Aprilia Tuono — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 61% of 2009 Aprilia Tuonos are still active.

92 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 61% of the peak remain.

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

11.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.01

Avg failures per vehicle

4.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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