Piaggio Vespa Lx 125
MotorcycleFrom 329 MOT tests. 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, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely. The top issue, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, 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.
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 10 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 7 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 4 |
| steering head bearings have excessive wear or play | 4 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 4 |
| exhaust noise levels in excess of those permitted | 3 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 3 |
| a main load-bearing structural member corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 10.2% of Vespa Lx 125 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 Vespa Lx 125s tested had between 8,711 and 19,832 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 13,372 median miles, the Vespa Lx 125 has 0.166 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 Vespa Lx 125 MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Vespa Lx 125 has a 77.8% MOT pass rate based on 329 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Vespa Lx 125?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Vespa Lx 125 is a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led, 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 Vespa Lx 125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Vespa Lx 125 is 13,372 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 8,711 and 19,832 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.