Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 73 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 MOT Reliability Overview
The Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 73 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.3% and a failure rate of 24.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 presents for MOT with approximately 12,972 miles on the clock. The 2003 manufacture year performs best with a 79.4% pass rate.
The most common MOT failure for the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 13.7% 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 tyres and wheels at 8.2%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 6.8%. 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 | 16.4% | 12 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 9.6% | 7 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 8.2% | 6 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 6.8% | 5 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Tyres | 5.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 5.5% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 4.1% | 3 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 2.7% | 2 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Suspension | 2.7% | 2 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 1.4% | 1 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 1.4% | 1 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Steering | 1.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 12,972 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 | 12.67 | 16.4% | 12 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 7.39 | 9.6% | 7 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 6.34 | 8.2% | 6 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 5.28 | 6.8% | 5 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 4.22 | 5.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 4.22 | 5.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 3.17 | 4.1% | 3 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.11 | 2.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.11 | 2.7% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.06 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 1.06 | 1.4% | 1 |
| Motorcycle steering | 1.06 | 1.4% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 has 12,972 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 Vespa Et4 50 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 19.04% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 MOT Data
The Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 73 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.3% and a failure rate of 24.7%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 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 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 Vespa Et4 50 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 13.7% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 13.7% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50. 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 tyres and wheels — 8.2% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 8.2% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50. 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 lamps and reflectors — 6.8% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 6.8% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50?
Based on 73 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 has an overall pass rate of 75.3% (24.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Piaggio Vespa Et4 50?
The top 3 reasons a Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (13.7%), 2. Motorcycle tyres and wheels (8.2%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Piaggio Vespa Et4 50 reliable?
With a 24.7% MOT failure rate, the Vespa Et4 50 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Piaggio Vespa Et4 50?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (13.7%); Motorcycle tyres and wheels (8.2%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (6.8%). 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.