Piaggio X9
MotorcycleFrom 252 MOT tests. 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, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy and or with excessive wear or play. 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 9 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 | 9 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 6 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 4 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 3 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 3 |
| a stop lamp(s) does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls or remains on when the brakes are released | 3 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 2 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 12.8% of X9 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 X9s tested had between 9,652 and 25,531 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 16,895 median miles, the X9 has 0.131 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 X9 MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio X9 has a 77.8% MOT pass rate based on 252 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio X9?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio X9 is a direction indicator lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 9 failures. Other common issues include a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio X9 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio X9 is 16,895 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 9,652 and 25,531 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.