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A865 SYV

1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,769 mi
Last recorded43,769 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2021
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E14,572 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA865 SYV
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2021 43,769 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 43,769 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 43,769 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 43,736 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 43,556 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 43,462 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

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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A865 SYV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 A865 SYV, 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 A865 SYV registered?

A865 SYV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 12 October 1983.

Is A865 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A865 SYV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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