Piaggio Nrg
MotorcycleFrom 413 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, brake efficiency below minimum requirement and reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 13 failures in 2024. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 13 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 10 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 7 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 5 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 5 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| a rider’s seat missing or insecure | 4 |
| wheels of a solo motorcycle sufficiently misaligned to adversely affect the handling or steering | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 16.1% of Nrg 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 £58.
Typical mileage
Half of all Nrgs tested had between 5,046 and 12,886 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 8,847 median miles, the Nrg has 0.202 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 Nrg MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Nrg has a 82.1% MOT pass rate based on 413 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Nrg?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Nrg is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 13 failures. Other common issues include brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Nrg at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Nrg is 8,847 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 5,046 and 12,886 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.