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A823 GFK

1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Maroon Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

4,450 mi
Last recorded4,450 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX12514,876 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA823 GFK
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1983
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 4,450 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 4,450 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 4,450 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 4,450 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 3,259 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 3,095 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 18,171 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2008 18,090 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2006 14,453 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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A823 GFK is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Maroon with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A823 GFK, 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 A823 GFK registered?

A823 GFK is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 26 August 1983.

Is A823 GFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A823 GFK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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