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C566 UGW

1986 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,509 mi
Last recorded35,509 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Piaggio Vespa14,444 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC566 UGW
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 8 Aug 2025 35,509 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 34,977 miles

oil leak engine area

Pass 26 Jul 2023 34,543 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 34,285 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 33,590 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 33,590 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 33,419 miles

Front Wheel bearing noisy

Tyre pressures low

Pass 13 Jul 2018 32,951 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 32,181 miles

Front suspension spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 31,856 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 31,449 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 31,327 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,976 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 30,447 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 29,469 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 28,878 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 28,046 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 27,024 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 26,824 miles

How Reliable is the Piaggio Vespa?

Based on 355,016 MOT tests across 47,189 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
722
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
47,189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6,210
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3,809
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2,327
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 2,314
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 2,123
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C566 UGW is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 14,444 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Piaggio Vespa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 6,210 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C566 UGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Piaggio Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 40 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C566 UGW?

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What year was C566 UGW registered?

C566 UGW is a 1986 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 20 June 1986.

Is C566 UGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C566 UGW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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