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D988 MKP

1987 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

1,905 mi
Last recorded1,905 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Vespa Douglas13,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD988 MKP
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 1,905 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 1,283 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 576 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 13 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 9,971 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 26 May 2016 9,893 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 9,766 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 8,668 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 8,659 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 18 Jun 2011 8,345 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,345 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 8,362 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 50,636 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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D988 MKP is a 1987 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 D988 MKP, 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 D988 MKP registered?

D988 MKP is a 1987 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 2 February 1987.

Is D988 MKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D988 MKP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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