Aprilia Area 51 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 517 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 33.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Aprilia Area 51 MOT Reliability Overview
The Aprilia Area 51 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 517 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.9% and a failure rate of 33.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Aprilia Area 51 earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Aprilia Area 51 presents for MOT with approximately 8,815 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 1998 models achieve the highest pass rate at 81.7%, while 2001 models have the lowest at 58.3%. This 23.4 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Aprilia Area 51 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 20.9% of all tests. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 17.6%. Motorcycle steering and suspension rounds out the top three at 15.1%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 27.3% | 141 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 24.4% | 126 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 23.6% | 122 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 8.3% | 43 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 8.1% | 42 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 3.5% | 18 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 2.9% | 15 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.3% | 12 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.8% | 4 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.4% | 2 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.4% | 2 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.4% | 2 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.2% | 1 |
| 14 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.2% | 1 |
| 15 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 8,815 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle brakes | 30.94 | 27.3% | 141 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 27.65 | 24.4% | 126 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 26.77 | 23.6% | 122 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 9.44 | 8.3% | 43 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 9.22 | 8.1% | 42 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 3.95 | 3.5% | 18 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 3.29 | 2.9% | 15 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.63 | 2.3% | 12 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.88 | 0.8% | 4 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.44 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.44 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.44 | 0.4% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.22 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.22 | 0.2% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.22 | 0.2% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Aprilia Area 51 has 8,815 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Aprilia Area 51 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 37.55% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Aprilia Area 51 MOT Data
The Aprilia Area 51 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 517 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.9% and a failure rate of 33.1%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Aprilia Area 51 owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle lighting and signalling and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Area 51 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 20.9% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 20.9% of MOT failures on the Aprilia Area 51. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle brakes — 17.6% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 17.6% of MOT failures on the Aprilia Area 51. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 15.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 15.1% of MOT failures on the Aprilia Area 51. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Aprilia Area 51?
Based on 517 MOT tests in our database, the Aprilia Area 51 has an overall pass rate of 66.9% (33.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Aprilia Area 51?
The top 3 reasons a Aprilia Area 51 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.9%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (17.6%), 3. Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Aprilia Area 51 reliable?
With a 33.1% MOT failure rate, the Area 51 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Aprilia Area 51?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.9%); Motorcycle brakes (17.6%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (15.1%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.