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A233 JAC

1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59 mi
Last recorded59 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2023
Typical for 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX12511,772 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA233 JAC
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2023 59 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2023 59 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 4 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 40,481 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2018 40,479 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake excessively binding FOOT LEVER STICKING ON PIVOT (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2017 25,261 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 24,746 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 24,746 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 27 Oct 2009 24,746 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 24,735 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 24,722 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2006 22,785 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125?

Based on 3,358 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
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A233 JAC is a 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 11,772 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) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A233 JAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 42 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A233 JAC registered?

A233 JAC is a 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 12 March 1984.

Is A233 JAC safe to buy?

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