Piaggio Et2
MotorcycleFrom 374 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely and brake efficiency below minimum requirement. The top issue, stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 6 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.
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 5 |
| a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 4 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 3 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 2 |
| headlamp ‘dip’ switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements | 2 |
| a tyre with a lump, bulge or tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, including any lifting of the tread rubber | 1 |
Typical mileage
Half of all Et2s tested had between 4,952 and 14,956 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,618 median miles, the Et2 has 0.183 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 Et2 MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Et2 has a 84.2% MOT pass rate based on 374 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Et2?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Et2 is stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 6 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Et2 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Et2 is 8,618 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,952 and 14,956 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.