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A279 GBG

1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,270 mi
Last recorded33,270 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX12514,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA279 GBG
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2022 33,270 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 33,183 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 33,043 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 32,757 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 32,337 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 31,738 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 30,739 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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A279 GBG is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 14,876 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A279 GBG, 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 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A279 GBG registered?

A279 GBG is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 15 August 1983.

Is A279 GBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A279 GBG shows 7 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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