Piaggio Vespa P200e MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 53 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 30.2%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Piaggio Vespa P200e MOT Reliability Overview
The Piaggio Vespa P200e is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 53 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.8% and a failure rate of 30.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Piaggio Vespa P200e earns a "Good" reliability rating. The average Piaggio Vespa P200e presents for MOT with approximately 19,054 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Piaggio Vespa P200e is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, affecting 20.8% 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 steering and suspension at 9.4%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors rounds out the top three at 7.5%. 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
* 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 | 22.6% | 12 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 11.3% | 6 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 7.5% | 4 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 5.7% | 3 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 3.8% | 2 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.9% | 1 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.9% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 19,054 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 | 11.88 | 22.6% | 12 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 5.94 | 11.3% | 6 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 3.96 | 7.5% | 4 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.97 | 5.7% | 3 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 1.98 | 3.8% | 2 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.99 | 1.9% | 1 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.99 | 1.9% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Piaggio Vespa P200e has 19,054 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 P200e has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 15.85% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Piaggio Vespa P200e MOT Data
The Piaggio Vespa P200e is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 53 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 69.8% and a failure rate of 30.2%, which is slightly above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Piaggio Vespa P200e 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 steering and 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 Vespa P200e is likely to perform.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 20.8% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 20.8% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa P200e. 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 steering and suspension — 9.4% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 9.4% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa P200e. 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 lamps and reflectors — 7.5% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 7.5% of MOT failures on the Piaggio Vespa P200e. 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 P200e?
Based on 53 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Piaggio Vespa P200e has an overall pass rate of 69.8% (30.2% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Piaggio Vespa P200e?
The top 3 reasons a Piaggio Vespa P200e fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.8%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (9.4%), 3. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Piaggio Vespa P200e reliable?
With a 30.2% MOT failure rate, the Vespa P200e is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Piaggio Vespa P200e?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle lighting and signalling (20.8%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (9.4%); Motorcycle lamps and reflectors (7.5%). 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.