Piaggio Carnaby Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Piaggio Carnaby reliable? We analysed 1,278 real MOT tests across 183 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio Carnaby is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil and headlamp aim too high. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Carnaby.
Piaggio Carnaby Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio Carnaby. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio Carnaby MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio Carnaby to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio Carnaby Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio Carnaby fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio Carnaby Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Piaggio Carnaby models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Piaggio Carnaby Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio Carnaby owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio Carnaby MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Carnaby year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 59 | 88.1% | 10,840 | 14,148 | 17,171 |
| 2009 | 294 | 83.0% | 9,950 | 16,598 | 27,611 |
| 2008 | 458 | 80.1% | 7,313 | 12,780 | 20,832 |
| 2007 | 439 | 82.0% | 9,859 | 15,072 | 23,288 |
How Long Does a Piaggio Carnaby Last?
Based on 183 Piaggio Carnaby vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio Carnaby Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Carnaby 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 Carnaby
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.1% MOT pass rate from 59 tests
80.1% MOT pass rate from 458 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio Carnaby is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.1% across 59 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio Carnaby Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio Carnaby THIS CAR | 82.0% | 1,278 | 14,470 mi | 19 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 |
| Iveco Daily 35S11 | 64.1% | 996 | 121,912 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Carnaby sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Piaggio CarnabyShould you buy a used Piaggio Carnaby?
The Piaggio Carnaby has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.0% across 1,278 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 Carnaby are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (17 recorded failures), shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (13), and headlamp aim too high (12). 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 brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Piaggio Carnaby 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 Carnaby owner drives around 1,602 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 Carnaby models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.