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C129 VDH

1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Silver Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,280 mi
Last recorded1,280 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E12,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC129 VDH
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2025 1,280 miles

Front cracking

Rear cracking

Pass 8 May 2024 1,101 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 581 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 490 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2013 11,758 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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C129 VDH is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Silver with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 12,104 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C129 VDH, 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 41 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C129 VDH registered?

C129 VDH is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C129 VDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C129 VDH shows 5 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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