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

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Is the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport reliable? We analysed 1,588 real MOT tests across 204 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,588 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.1%
Typical Mileage
13,306mi
Annual Mileage
865mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
16yrs

The Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, fuel cap sealing washer missing and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport.

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport Number Plates

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

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

93.1%
2012
89.6%
2011
90.1%
2010

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport 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 11
Fuel cap sealing washer missing 4
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 3

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick 6

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

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

Low usage
304 mi/yr
Typical
865 mi/yr
Average
1,592 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,001 mi/yr

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport 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 Sport year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2012 578 93.1% 7,286 13,528 22,006
2011 569 89.6% 7,172 13,384 24,066
2010 413 90.1% 7,881 12,641 20,422

How Long Does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport Last?

Based on 204 Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.9 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
16 years

Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport Mileage Distribution

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

Median
13,306 mi
75th Percentile
22,856 mi
95th Percentile
40,072 mi
Max Recorded
99,734 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport

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

Best year
2012

93.1% MOT pass rate from 578 tests

Year to avoid
2011

89.6% MOT pass rate from 569 tests

The best year to buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 93.1% across 578 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport 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 Sport THIS CAR 91.1% 1,588 13,306 mi 16 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
Honda Cr-v SE + Navi I-dtec 4X2 98% 642 58,356 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport?

The Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.1% across 1,588 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 Sport are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (11 recorded failures), fuel cap sealing washer missing (4), and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (3). 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 Sport 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 Sport owner drives around 865 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 Sport models stay on UK roads for around 16 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 Sport — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport reliable?
Based on 1,588 MOT tests, the Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport has a 91.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, fuel cap sealing washer missing, and registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport do per year?
The typical Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport does around 865 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport last?
Most Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport models stay on UK roads for around 16 years based on our analysis of 204 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport?
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 Sport?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Piaggio Vespa Gts 300 Super Sport is 2012 with a 93.1% pass rate across 578 tests.