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A458 FJV

1983 Vespa (douglas) 125

Cream Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,692 mi
Last recorded23,692 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) 1259,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA458 FJV
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1983
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 23,692 miles

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 23,527 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 23,527 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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A458 FJV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Cream with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 9,315 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) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A458 FJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A458 FJV registered?

A458 FJV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 1 October 1983.

Is A458 FJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A458 FJV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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