Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport
Three-wheelerFrom 300 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a headlamp or light source missing and inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led. The top issue, parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, caused 10 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.
| parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 6 |
| headlamp aim unable to be tested | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2 |
| parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative | 1 |
| handlebar grips insecure to handlebar | 1 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 38.9% of Mp3 300 Hpe Sport failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 5.6% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. Breakdown cover may be worth considering for this model. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £112.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 89.1% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led |
| 2019 | 88.1% | parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, parking brake control missing, defective or inoperative |
Typical mileage
Half of all Mp3 300 Hpe Sports tested had between 4,257 and 11,362 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 6,887 median miles, the Mp3 300 Hpe Sport has 0.16 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 Mp3 300 Hpe Sport MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport has a 89% MOT pass rate based on 300 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport is parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, which caused 10 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Mp3 300 Hpe Sport is 6,887 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 4,257 and 11,362 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.