CarVerify

Free Car Check

D537 NOD

1986 Vespa (douglas) Vespa

Red Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,678 mi
Last recorded10,678 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
4 checks still locked for this Vespa (douglas)
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationD537 NOD
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelVespa
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
View full Vespa (douglas) Vespa reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 10,678 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 10,625 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 10,518 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 10,503 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 10,380 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 9,961 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 9,777 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 9,777 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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
Full Vespa (douglas) Vespa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

D537 NOD is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D537 NOD, 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 40 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D537 NOD?

You can check the full history of D537 NOD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was D537 NOD registered?

D537 NOD is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 17 September 1986.

Is D537 NOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D537 NOD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D537 NOD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on D537 NOD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.