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D818 DOT

1986 Vespa (douglas) 125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

23,871 mi
Last recorded23,871 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1986 Vespa (douglas) 12512,224 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD818 DOT
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 23,871 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2023 23,865 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

major oil leak contaminating rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2017 23,781 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 23,448 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 Apr 2015 23,448 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Aug 2013 22,975 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 22,975 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 22,889 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 22,889 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 22,540 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Feb 2010 21,878 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Feb 2010 21,878 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 20,371 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 18,023 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 15,865 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 15,469 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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D818 DOT is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1986 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 12,224 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) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D818 DOT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 40 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D818 DOT registered?

D818 DOT is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 20 September 1986.

Is D818 DOT safe to buy?

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