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AFM 596A

2000 Vespa Douglas

Blue Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

852 mi
Last recorded852 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 596A
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2017 852 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 2,628 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 943 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 355 miles

Centre Stand Deformed/Misaligned

Oil leak

Fail 29 Mar 2012 355 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Centre Stand Deformed/Misaligned

Oil leak

Pass 7 May 2010 201 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 105 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 848 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2007 800 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2007 799 miles

Front suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. (2.3.2)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Horn not working 25
Direction indicator not working 23
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AFM 596A is a 2000 Vespa Douglas in Blue with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

The most common reason a Vespa Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AFM 596A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 26 years old, this Vespa Douglas is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AFM 596A registered?

AFM 596A is a 2000 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 21 June 2000.

Is AFM 596A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 596A shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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