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ACB 941V

1980 Vespa (douglas) Px

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,204 mi
Last recorded9,204 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1980 Vespa (douglas) Px24,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACB 941V
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPx
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 9,204 miles

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 8,656 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 3,926 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 3,926 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Nov 2016 24,742 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 24,649 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2008 24,649 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 24,534 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 24,522 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Px?

Based on 1,818 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Direction indicators not working 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
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ACB 941V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) Px in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Vespa (douglas) Px models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 24,522 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) Px fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACB 941V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACB 941V registered?

ACB 941V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) Px, first registered on 5 March 1980.

Is ACB 941V safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACB 941V shows 9 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.

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