Piaggio common problems and MOT failures
From 46,663 MOT tests in 2024, 9.2% of Piaggio vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Piaggio MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | tyre tread depth outside legal limits | 719 |
| 2 | headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 484 |
| 3 | direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 337 |
| 4 | shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 298 |
| 5 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 289 |
| 6 | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 258 |
| 7 | significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 243 |
| 8 | brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 239 |
| 9 | rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 176 |
| 10 | lamp missing or inoperative | 172 |
What this means if you're buying a Piaggio
The single most common MOT failure for Piaggio is tyre tread depth outside legal limits, accounting for 22% of all failure items. A set of new tyres typically costs £200–£500 depending on size.
These figures are from real MOT inspections — they show what testers actually find wrong with Piaggio vehicles. If you're viewing a used Piaggio, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Buying a specific Piaggio? Check the individual vehicle's MOT history for free on GOV.UK to see its actual test results, advisories, and mileage readings.
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