CarVerify

Free Car Check

A490 GHG

1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

White Petrol 123cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,529 mi
Last recorded18,529 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125E16,627 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Vespa (douglas)
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA490 GHG
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
View full Vespa (douglas) PX125E reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 18,529 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2020 18,529 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 18,453 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
Full Vespa (douglas) PX125E reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A490 GHG is a 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 16,627 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 A490 GHG, 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 42 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A490 GHG?

You can check the full history of A490 GHG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A490 GHG registered?

A490 GHG is a 1984 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is A490 GHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A490 GHG 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.

Does A490 GHG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A490 GHG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.