Moto Roma Wasp Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Moto Roma Wasp reliable? We analysed 714 real MOT tests across 169 vehicles to find out.
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The Moto Roma Wasp is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement., brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Moto Roma Wasp.
Moto Roma Wasp Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Moto Roma Wasp. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Moto Roma Wasp MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Moto Roma Wasp to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Moto Roma Wasp Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Moto Roma Wasp fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Moto Roma Wasp Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Moto Roma Wasp owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Moto Roma Wasp MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Moto Roma Wasp year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 85 | 80.0% | 4,229 | 6,800 | 15,113 |
| 2003 | 151 | 78.1% | 2,125 | 4,429 | 9,402 |
| 2002 | 92 | 81.5% | 4,383 | 6,368 | 9,283 |
| 2001 | 235 | 80.4% | 4,717 | 8,624 | 13,496 |
| 2000 | 93 | 75.3% | 6,568 | 8,676 | 12,951 |
How Long Does a Moto Roma Wasp Last?
Based on 169 Moto Roma Wasp vehicles on UK roads.
Moto Roma Wasp Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Moto Roma Wasp MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Moto Roma Wasp
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
81.5% MOT pass rate from 92 tests
75.3% MOT pass rate from 93 tests
The best year to buy a used Moto Roma Wasp is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 81.5% across 92 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Moto Roma Wasp Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moto Roma Wasp THIS CAR | 79.7% | 714 | 7,562 mi | 26 yrs |
| Moto Roma Virage 125 | 72.9% | 1,087 | 6,710 mi | 26 yrs |
| Moto Roma Go Go 50 | 76.9% | 986 | 6,880 mi | 27 yrs |
| Moto Roma Mrx 125 | 65.5% | 828 | 8,086 mi | 24 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C250 AMG Sport + CDI Blue-cy A | 77.9% | 929 | 92,242 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Moto Roma Virage 125 (72.9% pass rate) and the Moto Roma Go Go 50 (76.9% pass rate), the Moto Roma Wasp outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Moto Roma Wasp has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.7% across 714 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Moto Roma Wasp are suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (19 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (17), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (13). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Moto Roma Wasp owner drives around 623 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Moto Roma Wasp models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.