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D204 SVW

1987 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,546 mi
Last recorded21,546 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX12513,543 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD204 SVW
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 21,546 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 20,863 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 20,863 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 20,425 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 20,396 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2022 20,396 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 20,285 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 20,285 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2020 19,792 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2017 19,723 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 19,521 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 30 May 2014 19,509 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,244 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 18,414 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 18,414 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2009 17,889 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125?

Based on 3,358 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
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D204 SVW is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 13,543 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) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D204 SVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 39 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D204 SVW registered?

D204 SVW is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 10 March 1987.

Is D204 SVW safe to buy?

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