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LE16 DTX

2016 Piaggio MP3

Black Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

14,811 mi
Last recorded14,811 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Piaggio MP311,316 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Piaggio
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE16 DTX
MakePiaggio
ModelMP3
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 14,811 miles

Front Coolant leak ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2026 14,811 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coolant leak ()

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 13,776 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 13,776 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick HANDBRAKE CALIPER (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2024 20,224 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 18,400 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 18,400 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2021 11,375 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering Notchy

Fail 30 Mar 2021 11,375 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Steering Notchy

Pass 13 Jun 2019 9,689 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 4,509 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio MP3?

Based on 15,282 MOT tests across 2,699 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
1,126
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
2,699
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 66
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LE16 DTX is a 2016 Piaggio MP3 in Black with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Piaggio MP3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 11,316 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Piaggio MP3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LE16 DTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio MP3 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Piaggio MP3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LE16 DTX registered?

LE16 DTX is a 2016 Piaggio MP3, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is LE16 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LE16 DTX shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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