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B46 XDB

1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Cream Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

31,861 mi
Last recorded31,861 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E12,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB46 XDB
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1985
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 31,861 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 31,662 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 31,662 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,357 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 30,620 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2020 30,589 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 29,245 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2019 29,245 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 28,318 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 28,318 miles

Central Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 27,232 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 27,232 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Jul 2016 26,605 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Jul 2016 26,605 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 25,877 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 25,877 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 24,678 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 24,646 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,646 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 24,580 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 24,216 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 23,270 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 23,062 miles

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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B46 XDB is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Cream with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 12,104 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) PX125E fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B46 XDB, 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 41 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 B46 XDB registered?

B46 XDB is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B46 XDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B46 XDB shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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