Piaggio Mp3 (2013)
2013 Piaggio Mp3
CarHunch analysed 117 real MOT records for the 2013 Piaggio Mp3. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2013 Piaggio MP3 passes its MOT at 85.6%, which is comfortably above the UK average of 80%, but a significant red flag is that nearly 31% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above acceptable levels for a scooter that should prioritise rider safety. This suggests structural, braking, or handling issues are more common than you'd want in a three-wheeler designed for commuting.
At 13,375 miles median (15,761 average), these scooters show relatively low mileage for their age, which is typical for leisure-focused three-wheelers rather than daily workhorses. The average vehicle racks up 1.07 failures and 4 advisories per test, pointing to niggling wear items rather than catastrophic failures—but combined with the dangerous defect history, you should have any used example inspected by someone who knows Piaggio's specific weak points, particularly the suspension and braking systems.
What to check before buying a 2013 Piaggio Mp3
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 30.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2013 Piaggio Mp3 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2013 Piaggio Mp3 vehicles fall between 8,542 and 20,283 miles.
2013 Piaggio Mp3 — Still on the Road
51 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 57% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2013 Piaggio Mp3
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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25.6%
Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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16.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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16%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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14.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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12.4%
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
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11.5%
Parking brake efficiency below requirements
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10.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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10.1%
Headlamp aim too high
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2013. Counts include advisories and failures.
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