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B397 VRH

1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Green Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

23,884 mi
Last recorded23,884 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas17,080 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB397 VRH
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 23,884 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 22,730 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 19,534 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 7 Sep 2017 19,534 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 2,529 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 2,528 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 5,007 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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B397 VRH is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 B397 VRH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B397 VRH registered?

B397 VRH is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 9 March 1985.

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The MOT history for B397 VRH shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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