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C43 KAW

1985 Vespa (douglas) Vespa

Green Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,799 mi
Last recorded22,799 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2006
Typical for 1985 Vespa (douglas) Vespa15,366 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC43 KAW
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelVespa
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2006 22,799 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 22,799 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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C43 KAW is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 15,366 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) Vespa fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C43 KAW, 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 41 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C43 KAW registered?

C43 KAW is a 1985 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 2 August 1985.

Is C43 KAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C43 KAW shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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