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E916 UGE

1987 Piaggio Vespa

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,472 mi
Last recorded14,472 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Piaggio Vespa14,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE916 UGE
MakePiaggio
ModelVespa
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 14,472 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 14,126 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 14,122 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.39mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 14,092 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.88mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 13,839 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 13,587 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 13,230 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 12,801 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 12,801 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 May 2016 12,381 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 11,581 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 11,021 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 10,427 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 9,725 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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E916 UGE is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1987 Piaggio Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 14,124 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 E916 UGE, 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 39 years old, this Piaggio Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E916 UGE registered?

E916 UGE is a 1987 Piaggio Vespa, first registered on 14 August 1987.

Is E916 UGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E916 UGE shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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