Piaggio Vespa Lx 50
MotorcycleFrom 388 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, a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led and brake control has insufficient reserve travel. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 7 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 | 7 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 5 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 4 |
| lamp emitted colour, position or intensity not in accordance with the requirements | 4 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| a main load-bearing structural member corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 3 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 3 |
| brake control insecure | 3 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 3 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 15.8% of Vespa Lx 50 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 £51.
Typical mileage
Half of all Vespa Lx 50s tested had between 6,611 and 17,795 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 9,800 median miles, the Vespa Lx 50 has 0.171 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 50 MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Vespa Lx 50 has a 83.2% MOT pass rate based on 388 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Vespa Lx 50?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Vespa Lx 50 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 7 failures. Other common issues include a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Vespa Lx 50 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Vespa Lx 50 is 9,800 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 6,611 and 17,795 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.