Piaggio Beverly
MotorcycleFrom 202 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, caused 4 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 2 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 2 |
| an engine mounting or bracket severely damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 2 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 1 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 1 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 1 |
| audible warning not working | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10% of Beverly failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £36.
Typical mileage
Half of all Beverlys tested had between 5,279 and 16,960 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 11,188 median miles, the Beverly has 0.115 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Piaggio models
| Piaggio Vespa | 88.4% |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% |
| Piaggio Mp3 | 88.5% |
| Piaggio Liberty 125 | 80.1% |
| Piaggio Px 125 (Vespa) | 88.3% |
Common questions
What is the Piaggio Beverly MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Beverly has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 202 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Beverly?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Beverly is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, which caused 4 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Beverly at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Beverly is 11,188 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,279 and 16,960 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.