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Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super reliable? We analysed 12,116 real MOT tests across 1,406 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 12,116 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.3%
Typical Mileage
14,862mi
Annual Mileage
940mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
18yrs

The Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super.

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

93.8%
2013
91%
2012
90.9%
2011
91.7%
2010
89.3%
2009
88.7%
2008

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super 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 139
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 53
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Headlamp aim too low 25

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 74
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 28
Valve stem seriously damaged 21

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
339 mi/yr
Typical
940 mi/yr
Average
1,603 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,125 mi/yr

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2013 64 93.8% 7,032 13,042 17,266
2012 1,553 91.0% 7,032 13,063 22,522
2011 2,545 90.9% 7,312 13,195 20,803
2010 2,554 91.7% 8,911 15,293 23,306
2009 3,104 89.3% 8,216 15,162 24,694
2008 2,183 88.7% 9,532 17,485 27,106

How Long Does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Last?

Based on 1,406 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.6 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
18 years

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
14,862 mi
75th Percentile
23,608 mi
95th Percentile
43,417 mi
Max Recorded
556,147 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super

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

Best year
2013

93.8% MOT pass rate from 64 tests

Year to avoid
2008

88.7% MOT pass rate from 2,183 tests

The best year to buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.8% across 64 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super THIS CAR 90.3% 12,116 14,862 mi 18 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
Rolls Royce Shadow 80.6% 5,766 64,519 mi 59 yrs

Compared to the Piaggio Vespa (83.8% pass rate) and the Piaggio Zip (77.0% pass rate), the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super?

The Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.3% across 12,116 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 Vespa Gts 300 Super are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (139 recorded failures), exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (53), and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (32). 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 Vespa Gts 300 Super 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 Vespa Gts 300 Super owner drives around 940 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 Vespa Gts 300 Super models stay on UK roads for around 18 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 Vespa Gts 300 Super — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super reliable?
Based on 12,116 MOT tests, the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super has a 90.3% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super do per year?
The typical Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super does around 940 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super last?
Most Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super models stay on UK roads for around 18 years based on our analysis of 1,406 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super?
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 Vespa Gts 300 Super?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super is 2013 with a 93.8% pass rate across 64 tests.