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D959 XVV

1986 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,981 mi
Last recorded17,981 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2024
Typical for 1986 Vespa Douglas15,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD959 XVV
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Apr 2024 17,981 miles

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

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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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D959 XVV is a 1986 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 15,018 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 D959 XVV, 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 40 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D959 XVV registered?

D959 XVV is a 1986 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 6 November 1986.

Is D959 XVV safe to buy?

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