Piaggio PX200E Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Piaggio PX200E reliable? We analysed 2,766 real MOT tests across 233 vehicles to find out.
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The Piaggio PX200E is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm and direction indicators not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio PX200E.
Piaggio PX200E Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Piaggio PX200E. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Piaggio PX200E MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Piaggio PX200E to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Piaggio PX200E Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Piaggio PX200E fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Piaggio PX200E Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Piaggio PX200E owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Piaggio PX200E MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio PX200E year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 685 | 88.6% | 5,646 | 10,729 | 17,588 |
| 2002 | 491 | 88.6% | 7,373 | 14,290 | 23,704 |
| 2001 | 491 | 86.4% | 4,872 | 10,596 | 17,159 |
| 2000 | 242 | 87.6% | 6,494 | 9,763 | 14,647 |
| 1999 | 188 | 80.9% | 7,428 | 11,792 | 17,791 |
| 1998 | 218 | 84.4% | 3,188 | 11,028 | 16,660 |
| 1997 | 79 | 89.9% | 4,158 | 6,372 | 9,688 |
| 1996 | 90 | 86.7% | 9,648 | 15,806 | 20,833 |
| 1994 | 61 | 82.0% | 9,747 | 12,757 | 23,049 |
| 1993 | 63 | 85.7% | 8,222 | 10,589 | 15,680 |
How Long Does a Piaggio PX200E Last?
Based on 233 Piaggio PX200E vehicles on UK roads.
Piaggio PX200E Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio PX200E 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 PX200E
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
89.9% MOT pass rate from 79 tests
80.9% MOT pass rate from 188 tests
The best year to buy a used Piaggio PX200E is 1997, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.9% across 79 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Piaggio PX200E Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piaggio PX200E THIS CAR | 86.9% | 2,766 | 11,066 mi | 33 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 |
| Seat Ibiza Cls | 61.9% | 2,784 | 90,379 mi | 31 yrs |
Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio PX200E outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Piaggio PX200E has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.9% across 2,766 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 PX200E are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (23 recorded failures), tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (19), and direction indicators not working (18). 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 PX200E owner drives around 493 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 PX200E models stay on UK roads for around 33 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.