2020 Piaggio Vespa MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vespa models manufactured in 2020, based on 1,760 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2020 Piaggio Vespa vintage page → (93.7% current pass rate)2020 Piaggio Vespa MOT Analysis
The 2020 Piaggio Vespa has an MOT pass rate of 93.1% based on 1,760 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 4,303 miles on the odometer. With a 6.9% failure rate, the 2020 Vespa is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2020 Piaggio Vespa is Motorcycle tyres, responsible for 1.5% of failures. 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 range from £50–200 per tyre. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 1.3%. Motorcycle lamps and reflectors follows at 1.2%.
Top failures specific to 2020 models only. The overall Vespa page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Tyres | 1.5% | 26 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Brakes | 1.3% | 22 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.2% | 21 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Suspension | 0.9% | 16 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.2% | 4 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.2% | 4 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 2 |
| 8 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 0.1% | 1 |
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The 2020 Piaggio Vespa has an MOT pass rate of 93.1% based on 1,760 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 4,303 miles on the odometer. With a 6.9% failure rate, the 2020 Vespa is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2020 Piaggio Vespa, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle tyres: 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. With relatively low average mileage of 4,303 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle tyres — 1.5% of failures
Motorcycle tyres issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 2020 Piaggio Vespa models. 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 brakes — 1.3% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.3% of MOT failures on 2020 Piaggio Vespa models. 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 lamps and reflectors — 1.2% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 1.2% of MOT failures on 2020 Piaggio Vespa models. 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.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.