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BVR 475Y

1983 Vespa (douglas) Vespa

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,587 mi
Last recorded22,587 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) Vespa20,272 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVR 475Y
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelVespa
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2022 22,587 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 22,400 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 21,880 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 21,365 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 19,351 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 18,314 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 17,877 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,118 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Vespa?

Based on 1,156 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Horn not working 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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BVR 475Y is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 20,272 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Vespa fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVR 475Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVR 475Y registered?

BVR 475Y is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 13 May 1983.

Is BVR 475Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVR 475Y shows 8 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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