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BFX 983A

1959 Vespa (douglas) 125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

3 mi
Last recorded3 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFX 983A
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2018 3 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front tyre perished

headlight pattern weak

Fail 9 Mar 2018 3 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

front caliper conversion mounting worn

front tyre perished

headlight pattern weak

Pass 7 Mar 2017 2 miles

rear brake travel

Fail 6 Mar 2017 2 miles

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

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

rear brake travel

Pass 6 Aug 2015 3 miles

Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

headlight pattern weak

Pass 23 Jul 2014 2 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 2 miles

Front Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 2 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2011 24,908 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 24,908 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 24,908 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,908 miles

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 24,707 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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BFX 983A is a 1959 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFX 983A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 67 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BFX 983A registered?

BFX 983A is a 1959 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 21 July 1959.

Is BFX 983A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFX 983A shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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