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E276 HRD

1988 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

10,949 mi
Last recorded10,949 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Vespa (douglas) PX12512,478 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE276 HRD
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 10,949 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 10,919 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 10,875 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 10,867 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 10,729 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 10,727 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 10,611 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 10,600 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2019 10,600 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 10,434 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 10,434 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 10,211 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 10,002 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 9,619 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 9,383 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 8,240 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 8,055 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 7,727 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 7,727 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 21 Nov 2009 6,945 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2008 6,661 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 6,661 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 6,500 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 6,500 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125?

Based on 3,358 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
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E276 HRD is a 1988 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1988 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 12,478 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) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E276 HRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 38 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E276 HRD registered?

E276 HRD is a 1988 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 17 June 1988.

Is E276 HRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for E276 HRD shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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