Piaggio Px125 Vespa MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 76 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 17.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Piaggio Px125 Vespa MOT Reliability Overview
The Piaggio Px125 Vespa is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 76 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% and a failure rate of 17.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Piaggio Px125 Vespa earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Piaggio Px125 Vespa presents for MOT with approximately 11,169 miles on the clock. The 2008 manufacture year performs best with a 88.9% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Piaggio Px125 Vespa is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 9.2% 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 tyres and wheels at 5.3%. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust rounds out the top three at 2.6%. 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 Lighting And Signalling | 17.1% | 13 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 5.3% | 4 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 2.6% | 2 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 2.6% | 2 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 2.6% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.6% | 2 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.3% | 1 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.3% | 1 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.3% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 11,169 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 lighting and signalling | 15.31 | 17.1% | 13 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.71 | 5.3% | 4 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 2.36 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.36 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 2.36 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 2.36 | 2.6% | 2 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.18 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle brakes | 1.18 | 1.3% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 1.18 | 1.3% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Piaggio Px125 Vespa has 11,169 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 Px125 Vespa has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 15.31% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Piaggio Px125 Vespa MOT Data
The Piaggio Px125 Vespa is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 76 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.9% and a failure rate of 17.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Piaggio Px125 Vespa 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 tyres and wheels 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 Px125 Vespa is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 9.2% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 9.2% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Px125 Vespa. 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 tyres and wheels — 5.3% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 5.3% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Px125 Vespa. 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.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 2.6% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Px125 Vespa. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Piaggio Px125 Vespa?
Based on 76 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Piaggio Px125 Vespa has an overall pass rate of 82.9% (17.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Piaggio Px125 Vespa?
The top 3 reasons a Piaggio Px125 Vespa fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (9.2%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%), 3. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (2.6%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Piaggio Px125 Vespa reliable?
With a 17.1% MOT failure rate, the Px125 Vespa is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Piaggio Px125 Vespa?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (9.2%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (5.3%); Motorcycle fuel and exhaust (2.6%). 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.