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B140 UWR

1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2023
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2022
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas17,080 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB140 UWR
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2022 3 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2022 3 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 3 miles

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Fail 25 Oct 2018 3 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate slightly loose (0.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 3 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2017 3 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 3 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

No lights fitted at time of test

Oil leak

front tyre perished

Pass 12 May 2011 13 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Douglas?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
233
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
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B140 UWR is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 17,080 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) Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B140 UWR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Douglas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B140 UWR registered?

B140 UWR is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 19 January 1985.

Is B140 UWR safe to buy?

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