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B971 TEC

2008 Vespa (douglas) T5

Yellow Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,904 mi
Last recorded26,904 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB971 TEC
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 26,904 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 25,832 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 25,325 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 24,859 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 23,461 miles
Pass 29 May 2021 20,963 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 20,939 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 20,884 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 20,837 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 20,733 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 20,322 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 19,563 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 18,843 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,299 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 17,174 miles
Pass 19 May 2010

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 May 2009

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

seat security loose fitting.

Pass 22 May 2008 12,805 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) T5?

Based on 3,561 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Direction indicator not working 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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B971 TEC is a 2008 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Yellow with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) T5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B971 TEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 18 years old, this Vespa (douglas) T5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B971 TEC registered?

B971 TEC is a 2008 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is B971 TEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B971 TEC shows 18 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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