Piaggio X9 MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 15,367 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 24.1%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Piaggio X9 MOT Reliability Overview
The Piaggio X9 is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 15,367 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.9% and a failure rate of 24.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Piaggio X9 earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Piaggio X9 presents for MOT with approximately 16,233 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2008 models achieve the highest pass rate at 81.1%, while 2004 models have the lowest at 73.8%. This 7.3 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Piaggio X9 is Motorcycle brakes, affecting 14.9% 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 steering and suspension at 12.9%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 12.1%. 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
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 5 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Piaggio X9 vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Piaggio X9. 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 20 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Piaggio X9 ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 10% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 5 (26.8% 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?
Click a category to see specific failure items.
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Brakes | 18.4% | 2,823 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 15.7% | 2,417 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 14.4% | 2,215 |
| 4 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 7.8% | 1,191 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 4.1% | 635 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 2.4% | 370 |
| 7 | Motorcycle Suspension | 1.5% | 225 |
| 8 | Motorcycle Tyres | 0.9% | 144 |
| 9 | Motorcycle Body And Structure | 0.8% | 123 |
| 10 | Motorcycle Structure And Attachments | 0.7% | 113 |
| 11 | Motorcycle Steering | 0.5% | 75 |
| 12 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 0.4% | 57 |
| 13 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 0.2% | 37 |
| 14 | Items Not Tested | 0.2% | 26 |
| 15 | Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn) | 0.1% | 14 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 16,233 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 | 11.32 | 18.4% | 2,823 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 9.69 | 15.7% | 2,417 |
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 8.88 | 14.4% | 2,215 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 4.77 | 7.8% | 1,191 |
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 2.55 | 4.1% | 635 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 1.48 | 2.4% | 370 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 0.90 | 1.5% | 225 |
| Motorcycle tyres | 0.58 | 0.9% | 144 |
| Motorcycle body and structure | 0.49 | 0.8% | 123 |
| Motorcycle structure and attachments | 0.45 | 0.7% | 113 |
| Motorcycle steering | 0.30 | 0.5% | 75 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.23 | 0.4% | 57 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.15 | 0.2% | 37 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.10 | 0.2% | 26 |
| Motorcycle audible warning (Horn) | 0.06 | 0.1% | 14 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Piaggio X9 has 16,233 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 X9 has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 14.85% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Piaggio X9 MOT Data
The Piaggio X9 is a relatively common sight on UK roads, with 15,367 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 9 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.9% and a failure rate of 24.1%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Piaggio X9 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 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 X9 is likely to perform.
Motorcycle brakes — 14.9% of failures
Motorcycle brakes issues account for 14.9% of MOT failures on the Piaggio X9. 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 steering and suspension — 12.9% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 12.9% of MOT failures on the Piaggio X9. 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 lighting and signalling — 12.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 12.1% of MOT failures on the Piaggio X9. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Piaggio X9?
Based on 15,367 MOT tests in our database, the Piaggio X9 has an overall pass rate of 75.9% (24.1% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Piaggio X9?
The top 3 reasons a Piaggio X9 fails its MOT are: 1. Motorcycle brakes (14.9%), 2. Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.9%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.1%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Piaggio X9 reliable?
With a 24.1% MOT failure rate, the X9 is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Piaggio X9?
Based on failure data, focus on: Motorcycle brakes (14.9%); Motorcycle steering and suspension (12.9%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (12.1%). 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.