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Piaggio Px 200 E Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Piaggio Px 200 E reliable? We analysed 30,336 real MOT tests across 2,448 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 30,336 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.2%
Typical Mileage
11,954mi
Annual Mileage
499mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Piaggio Px 200 E is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, direction indicator not working and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Px 200 E.

Piaggio Px 200 E Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Piaggio Px 200 E. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Piaggio Px 200 E MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Piaggio Px 200 E to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

77.6%
2004
89.8%
2003
88.7%
2002
88.1%
2001
87.1%
2000
85.8%
1999
86.2%
1998
86.2%
1997
85.3%
1996

Piaggio Px 200 E Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Piaggio Px 200 E fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 225
Direction indicator not working 185
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 162
Direction indicators not working 137
Headlamp aim too high 107
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 99
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 86
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 75
Horn not working 63

Piaggio Px 200 E Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Piaggio Px 200 E owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
152 mi/yr
Typical
499 mi/yr
Average
1,062 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,212 mi/yr

Piaggio Px 200 E MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Px 200 E year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2004 58 77.6% 7,664 12,548 17,799
2003 7,960 89.8% 5,332 10,341 18,134
2002 6,913 88.7% 7,659 14,026 22,628
2001 5,471 88.1% 7,096 13,088 20,360
2000 3,460 87.1% 6,029 10,170 15,366
1999 2,327 85.8% 6,916 11,279 17,652
1998 2,403 86.2% 7,492 12,037 18,416
1997 1,271 86.2% 8,233 13,754 20,317
1996 95 85.3% 8,398 15,537 20,418

How Long Does a Piaggio Px 200 E Last?

Based on 2,448 Piaggio Px 200 E vehicles on UK roads.

Average
19.0 years
Median
21.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Piaggio Px 200 E Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Px 200 E MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
11,954 mi
75th Percentile
19,369 mi
95th Percentile
35,469 mi
Max Recorded
470,696 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio Px 200 E

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2003

89.8% MOT pass rate from 7,960 tests

Year to avoid
2004

77.6% MOT pass rate from 58 tests

The best year to buy a used Piaggio Px 200 E is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.8% across 7,960 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 77.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Piaggio Px 200 E Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Piaggio Px 200 E THIS CAR 88.2% 30,336 11,954 mi 29 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
Peugeot Boxer 435 Pro L4H2 Bluehdi 75.7% 9,165 65,655 mi — yrs

Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Px 200 E outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Piaggio Px 200 E?

The Piaggio Px 200 E has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.2% across 30,336 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 Px 200 E are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (225 recorded failures), direction indicator not working (185), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (162). 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 Piaggio Px 200 E owner drives around 499 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 Px 200 E models stay on UK roads for around 29 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.

Piaggio Px 200 E — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Piaggio Px 200 E reliable?
Based on 30,336 MOT tests, the Piaggio Px 200 E has a 88.2% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Piaggio Px 200 E?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, direction indicator not working, and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Piaggio Px 200 E do per year?
The typical Piaggio Px 200 E does around 499 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Piaggio Px 200 E last?
Most Piaggio Px 200 E models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 2,448 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Piaggio Px 200 E?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Piaggio Px 200 E?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Piaggio Px 200 E is 2003 with a 89.8% pass rate across 7,960 tests.