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D983 HOW

1995 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2023
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

35,902 mi
Last recorded35,902 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD983 HOW
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 35,902 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 35,603 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2018 35,603 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 35,536 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 35,536 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 35,536 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2016 35,536 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2015 35,526 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 35,413 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2013 35,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 35,284 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2012 34,679 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2012 34,679 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 34,554 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 34,554 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 6,086 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 5,952 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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D983 HOW is a 1995 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 D983 HOW, 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 31 years old, this Vespa Douglas is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D983 HOW registered?

D983 HOW is a 1995 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 1 February 1995.

Is D983 HOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D983 HOW shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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