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DG52 UPT

2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

297 mi
Last recorded297 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X7,298 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG52 UPT
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP125X
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 297 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 286 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 286 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2023 281 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate incorrect black/silver plate fitted (0.1 (c))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 265 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 174 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 125 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 31 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 2,812 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2018 2,807 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on not wired correctly (1.1.3a)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp flashes when indicators on (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2017 2,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 2,206 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 1,713 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 1,396 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 164 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 6 Jul 2012 164 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake cable excessively corroded (3.2.A1b)

Rear Brake linkage excessively corroded (3.2.A1c)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 May 2011 8,678 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 5,902 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 5,901 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 5,901 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 5,901 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2006 5,066 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 UPT is a 2002 Vespa (douglas) P125X in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 UPT, 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 UPT registered?

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

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