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DG52 UPS

2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X

Cream Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

7,177 mi
Last recorded7,177 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X7,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 UPS
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP125X
Year2002
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 7,177 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on/just above 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on/just below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2026 7,147 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp not working Not working when front brake applied (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on/just above 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre on/just below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 6,755 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 6,453 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 6,444 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working When using front brake. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 6,003 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 5,837 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 5,234 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 Jun 2015 5,197 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Jun 2014 5,123 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 5,123 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 5,063 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

OIL LEEK FROM GEARBOX,WHICH MAY START TO CONTAMINATE THE REAR BRAKE & TYRE

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2013 5,063 miles

OIL LEEK FROM GEARBOX,WHICH MAY START TO CONTAMINATE THE REAR BRAKE & TYRE

Oil leak

Pass 9 Mar 2012 4,929 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 4,784 miles

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 4,127 miles

reccomend front brake be adjusted

reccomend new battery

Pass 3 Mar 2010 1,837 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

front brake leaver very slightly sticking

Pass 10 Mar 2009 1,529 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 80 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P125X?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator not working 12
Headlamp aim too high 8
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DG52 UPS is a 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 7,298 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) P125X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG52 UPS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P125X typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 24 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P125X is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DG52 UPS registered?

DG52 UPS is a 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X, first registered on 23 December 2002.

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