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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
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
rear brake travel
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
Rear position lamp slightly discoloured (1.1.2b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
headlight pattern weak
Front Steering linkage has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)
How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?
Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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
How do I check the history of BFX 983A?
You can check the full history of BFX 983A by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
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.
Does BFX 983A have outstanding finance?
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