Piaggio Unclassified
MotorcycleFrom 839 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, brake efficiency below minimum requirement, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 11 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 direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 11 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 10 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 9 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 8 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 7 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 5 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 5 |
| a wheel bearing with excessive play | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10% of Unclassified 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 £53.
Typical mileage
Half of all Unclassifieds tested had between 3,122 and 18,410 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 10,420 median miles, the Unclassified has 0.121 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 Unclassified MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Unclassified has a 87.4% MOT pass rate based on 839 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Unclassified?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Unclassified is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 11 failures. Other common issues include brake efficiency below minimum requirement.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Unclassified at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Unclassified is 10,420 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 3,122 and 18,410 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.