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C301 PMY

1985 Vespa (douglas) Px

Red Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,785 mi
Last recorded39,785 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2017
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) Px15,148 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC301 PMY
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPx
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2017 39,785 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 17 Oct 2016 38,776 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 37,960 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 36,798 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 33,915 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 33,915 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,749 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 29,308 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 28,569 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2006 28,569 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Px?

Based on 1,818 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Direction indicators not working 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
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C301 PMY is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Px in Red with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) Px models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 15,148 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Px fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C301 PMY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Px typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 41 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Px is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C301 PMY registered?

C301 PMY is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Px, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C301 PMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C301 PMY shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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