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D55 BGX

1987 Vespa Douglas

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,455 mi
Last recorded1,455 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Vespa Douglas13,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD55 BGX
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 1,455 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 1,057 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2024 15 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 13,876 miles

front brake has long travel but still works

no lights fitted at time of mot daylight mot only

Pass 31 Jul 2017 13,876 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 13,876 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 13,876 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

no indicators fitted at time of mot

Pass 8 Aug 2014 13,876 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 13,876 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 13,876 miles

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 13,498 miles

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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D55 BGX is a 1987 Vespa Douglas in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1987 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 13,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 D55 BGX, 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 39 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 D55 BGX registered?

D55 BGX is a 1987 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 15 July 1987.

Is D55 BGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for D55 BGX shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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