Piaggio Medley MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 1,685 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Piaggio Medley MOT Reliability Overview
The Piaggio Medley is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,685 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.8% and a failure rate of 17.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Piaggio Medley earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Piaggio Medley presents for MOT with approximately 13,178 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2020 models achieve the highest pass rate at 100.0%, while 2016 models have the lowest at 77.6%. This 22.4 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Piaggio Medley is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 14.5% of all tests. 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. The second most common issue is Motorcycle suspension at 8.7%. Motorcycle tyres rounds out the top three at 8.2%. 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
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Piaggio Medley. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 7 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Piaggio Medley shows a moderate increase in MOT failures after warranty. The 36% increase is typical — plan for gradual maintenance cost increases. Peak failure occurs at age 5 (21.4% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
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 | 14.5% | 245 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 8.7% | 146 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres | 8.2% | 139 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 7.1% | 119 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 2.2% | 37 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 1.7% | 29 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.8% | 13 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 0.5% | 9 |
| 9 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.2% | 3 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Wheels | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 13,178 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 | 11.03 | 14.5% | 245 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 6.58 | 8.7% | 146 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 6.26 | 8.2% | 139 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 5.36 | 7.1% | 119 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.67 | 2.2% | 37 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.31 | 1.7% | 29 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.59 | 0.8% | 13 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.41 | 0.5% | 9 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.14 | 0.2% | 3 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 0.05 | 0.1% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Piaggio Medley has 13,178 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 Piaggio Medley has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 13.05% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Piaggio Medley MOT Data
The Piaggio Medley is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 1,685 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 5 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.8% and a failure rate of 17.2%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Piaggio Medley owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on motorcycle brakes and motorcycle suspension 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 Medley is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 14.5% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.5% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Medley. 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 suspension — 8.7% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 8.7% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Medley. 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.
Motorcycle tyres — 8.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 8.2% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Medley. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Piaggio Medley?
Based on 1,685 MOT tests in our database, the Piaggio Medley has an overall pass rate of 82.8% (17.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Piaggio Medley?
The top 3 reasons a Piaggio Medley fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (14.5%), 2. Motorcycle suspension (8.7%), 3. Motorcycle tyres (8.2%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Piaggio Medley reliable?
With a 17.2% MOT failure rate, the Medley is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Piaggio Medley?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (14.5%); Motorcycle suspension (8.7%); Motorcycle tyres (8.2%). 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.