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C986 MVV

1985 Vespa (douglas) Unknown

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,045 mi
Last recorded15,045 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) Unknown12,527 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC986 MVV
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelUnknown
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 15,045 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2025 14,513 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 13,903 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 13,744 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2023 13,744 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Sep 2022 13,260 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2021 12,804 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 12,292 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 11,368 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 11,368 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 10,907 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 10,907 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Unknown?

Based on 2,196 MOT tests across 759 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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C986 MVV is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Unknown in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 12,527 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 Vespa (douglas) Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C986 MVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C986 MVV?

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What year was C986 MVV registered?

C986 MVV is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Unknown, first registered on 11 October 1985.

Is C986 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C986 MVV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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