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D878 URA

1986 Vespa PX125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

7,846 mi
Last recorded7,846 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2024
Typical for 1986 Vespa PX12515,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD878 URA
MakeVespa
ModelPX125
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2024 7,846 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 7,838 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 7,772 miles

corrosion around rear shocker mount

Pass 18 May 2017 7,770 miles

front & rear tyre cracking between tred

Pass 6 Feb 2016 7,748 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 7,628 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 6,686 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 6,347 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 5,817 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 5,817 miles

Rear Built up wheel has a bolt/s missing (4.2.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 5,370 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 17 Jul 2009 4,683 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 15,571 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 15,571 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa PX125?

Based on 1,317 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 21
Direction indicators not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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D878 URA is a 1986 Vespa PX125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1986 Vespa PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 15,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D878 URA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 40 years old, this Vespa PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D878 URA registered?

D878 URA is a 1986 Vespa PX125, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D878 URA safe to buy?

The MOT history for D878 URA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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