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BWT 972X

2003 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147 mi
Last recorded147 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWT 972X
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 147 miles

Offside Front Upper Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements front stop switch not working (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2020 58,893 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 58,507 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 11 Jun 2016 58,205 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 57,897 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 57,490 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 57,078 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 56,525 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 56,130 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 55,945 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 55,620 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 55,296 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Jun 2008 55,296 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2007 54,597 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2007 54,597 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

front and rear tyre pressures low

Pass 19 May 2006 54,009 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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BWT 972X is a 2003 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BWT 972X, 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 23 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BWT 972X registered?

BWT 972X is a 2003 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 20 February 2003.

Is BWT 972X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWT 972X shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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