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C758 JLG

1986 Vespa Douglas

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

18,411 mi
Last recorded18,411 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1986 Vespa Douglas15,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC758 JLG
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 18,411 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2026 18,411 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2025 17,926 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 22 May 2025 17,926 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 17,221 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 17,221 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 12 May 2023 16,218 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 May 2023 16,218 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2022 15,491 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 15,482 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 15,103 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 11 May 2019 14,404 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 14,404 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 13,525 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 13,511 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 12,804 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 12,464 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 12,270 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,105 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 12,043 miles

front wheel bearing wearing

rear tyre showing signs of age

Pass 30 Mar 2012 12,043 miles

headlight cover cracked but not insecure or affects operation

Fail 30 Mar 2012 12,043 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

headlight cover cracked but not insecure or affects operation

Pass 1 Apr 2011 12,042 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 12,042 miles

Centre Front Upper Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Upper Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 12,043 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 10,910 miles

indicators sloe to flash, front brake needs small adjustment

How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Horn not working 25
Direction indicator not working 23
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C758 JLG is a 1986 Vespa Douglas in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1986 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 15,018 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C758 JLG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 40 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C758 JLG registered?

C758 JLG is a 1986 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 31 March 1986.

Is C758 JLG safe to buy?

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