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A481 SKM

2005 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Grey Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

24,124 mi
Last recorded24,124 miles
Recorded on15 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Vespa (douglas) PX125E24,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA481 SKM
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2020 24,124 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 May 2020 24,124 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 24,124 miles

Central Front Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2016 24,124 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 24,124 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 24,124 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 24,124 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,377 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 19,163 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 15,590 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 49,817 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125E?

Based on 2,026 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 23
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 21
Headlamp aim too high 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 17
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A481 SKM is a 2005 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Grey with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 24,012 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) PX125E fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A481 SKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 21 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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A481 SKM is a 2005 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 1 April 2005.

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