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E790 VHL

1987 Vespa Douglas

Blue Petrol 50cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,060 mi
Last recorded15,060 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 1987 Vespa Douglas13,970 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE790 VHL
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine50cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2025 15,060 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front brake effort

headlight adjustment

Pass 9 Apr 2024 13,940 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 13,908 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

rear oil leak

Pass 19 Mar 2018 13,838 miles

headlight pattern weak

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

rear tyre perished and split, recommend replacment

Pass 15 Mar 2017 13,746 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 13,603 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 13,378 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 13,011 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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E790 VHL is a 1987 Vespa Douglas in Blue with a 50cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E790 VHL, 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 E790 VHL registered?

E790 VHL is a 1987 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 2 November 1987.

Is E790 VHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E790 VHL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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