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AFK 257X

1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9 mi
Last recorded9 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E21,226 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFK 257X
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 27 Sep 2025 9 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 9 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 9 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 9 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2021 9 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 1,135 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 911 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 643 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 453 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 54 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 26,209 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 26,209 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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AFK 257X is a 1982 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 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 21,226 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 AFK 257X, 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 44 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFK 257X registered?

AFK 257X is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is AFK 257X safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFK 257X 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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