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A659 BYJ

1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,913 mi
Last recorded39,913 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2023
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E14,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA659 BYJ
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2023 39,913 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 38,323 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2020 37,268 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 35,532 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 33,659 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 32,016 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 32,006 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 31,995 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 31,983 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 31,959 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,894 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 31,661 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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A659 BYJ is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 14,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A659 BYJ, 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 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A659 BYJ registered?

A659 BYJ is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 22 September 1983.

Is A659 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A659 BYJ shows 12 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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