Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale?

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 Mv Agusta Brutale?

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 Mv Agusta Brutale?

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 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale reliable?

Based on MOT data from 144 vehicles, the 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.2%, 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 Mv Agusta Brutale?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale are: Exhaust noisy (38.8% of vehicles), COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION (19.9% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (18.4% 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 Mv Agusta Brutale?

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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Mv Agusta Brutale (2016)

144 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.2% first-time pass rate

2016 Mv Agusta Brutale

CarHunch analysed 144 real MOT records for the 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale. 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 MV Agusta Brutale passes its MOT at 88.2%, well above the UK average of 80%, suggesting good overall reliability for the model. However, 15.3% of these bikes have recorded at least one dangerous defect, which is worth noting if you're considering one without a full service history.

These bikes are running relatively low mileage—a median of just 4,753 miles—so you're likely looking at lightly used or garage-kept machines, which explains the strong pass rate. With an average of 0.78 failures per vehicle, the Brutale is straightforward to keep roadworthy, but budget for minor advisory work (averaging 1.5 per bike); before buying, ask the seller for full MOT history and evidence of regular servicing to confirm the dangerous defect wasn't ignored.

We have limited data for the 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 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

88.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

15.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.78

Over 5.7 tests on record

Moderate

Typical mileage

Middle half: 3k–7k

For context

These stats describe 144 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 144 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 38.8%

Exhaust noisy

Other issues 19.9%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements · Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

Tyre wear 18.4%

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 17.5%

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel · …

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

Lighting 15%

Rear reflector missing · Headlamp aim too high · Drive chain slightly loose · …

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Based on MOT data from 144 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.3% 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 Mv Agusta Brutale 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.

4,753

typical

2,792

low mileage

6,627

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Mv Agusta Brutale vehicles fall between 2,792 and 6,627 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 2,792 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.

✓ 2,792–6,627 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Mv Agusta Brutales sit.

⚠ Over 8,946 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Mv Agusta Brutale — Still on the Road

Most 2016 Mv Agusta Brutales are still being driven.

Strong survival — 92 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 83% of the peak.

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

5.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.78

Avg failures per vehicle

1.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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