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E406 VRJ

1987 Vespa (douglas) PX200

Green Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,292 mi
Last recorded23,292 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX20012,907 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE406 VRJ
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX200
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 23,292 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 May 2023 23,289 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 3 May 2023 23,287 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Full beam dash lamp inop

Horn pulls power from lights

Pass 21 Apr 2022 22,091 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2021 21,140 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 33,045 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 31,986 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 30,752 miles

plates welded rear of frame near rear suspension

Fail 16 Jun 2007 30,752 miles

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX200?

Based on 960 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 12
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator incorrect colour 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
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E406 VRJ is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX200 in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 12,907 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) PX200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E406 VRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX200 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E406 VRJ registered?

E406 VRJ is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) PX200, first registered on 12 October 1987.

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