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A868 HFX

1983 Vespa (douglas) 125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,188 mi
Last recorded3,188 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) 1259,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA868 HFX
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 3,188 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 2,317 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 2,336 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 1,283 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 1,281 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2013 4 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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A868 HFX is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Black 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) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 9,315 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A868 HFX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A868 HFX registered?

A868 HFX is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 2 September 1983.

Is A868 HFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for A868 HFX 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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