Piaggio Beverly Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Piaggio Beverly reliable? We analysed 2,101 real MOT tests across 485 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio Beverly is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Beverly.
Piaggio Beverly Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio Beverly. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio Beverly MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio Beverly to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio Beverly Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio Beverly fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio Beverly Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Piaggio Beverly models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Piaggio Beverly Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio Beverly owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio Beverly MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Beverly year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 105 | 91.4% | 3,339 | 6,005 | 9,561 |
| 2018 | 201 | 90.0% | 2,082 | 5,263 | 9,539 |
| 2017 | 189 | 89.4% | 4,055 | 7,325 | 13,958 |
| 2016 | 214 | 89.3% | 4,515 | 8,668 | 13,697 |
| 2015 | 288 | 90.6% | 5,007 | 9,140 | 14,407 |
| 2014 | 349 | 91.1% | 3,980 | 8,182 | 14,272 |
| 2013 | 75 | 89.3% | 5,781 | 11,068 | 21,101 |
| 2011 | 53 | 88.7% | 4,401 | 6,483 | 19,837 |
| 2004 | 374 | 84.0% | 4,679 | 9,854 | 21,516 |
How Long Does a Piaggio Beverly Last?
Based on 485 Piaggio Beverly vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio Beverly Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Beverly 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 Piaggio Beverly
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.4% MOT pass rate from 105 tests
84.0% MOT pass rate from 374 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio Beverly is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.4% across 105 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio Beverly Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio Beverly THIS CAR | 88.5% | 2,101 | 8,660 mi | 22 yrs |
| Piaggio Vespa | 83.8% | 355,016 | 10,772 mi | 30 yrs |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% | 101,622 | 9,391 mi | 29 yrs |
| Piaggio Nrg | 72.9% | 52,129 | 10,153 mi | 27 yrs |
| BMW 320D Sport | 81.6% | 2,583 | 112,020 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Beverly outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Piaggio BeverlyShould you buy a used Piaggio Beverly?
The Piaggio Beverly has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 2,101 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 Piaggio Beverly are brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (15 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (11), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Piaggio Beverly with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Piaggio Beverly owner drives around 908 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 Piaggio Beverly models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.