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F122 ETH

1989 Vespa PX125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,349 mi
Last recorded14,349 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2024
Typical for 1989 Vespa PX12513,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF122 ETH
MakeVespa
ModelPX125
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2024 14,349 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 14,349 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 14,349 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 14,156 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 13,903 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 13,863 miles

front brake efficiency only just met

Pass 16 Aug 2017 13,802 miles

tail pipe wobbly

Pass 26 Jul 2016 13,330 miles

ignition switch not working

Fail 26 Jul 2016 13,330 miles

Rear Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

ignition switch not working

Pass 23 Jul 2015 13,028 miles

slight corrosion to floor pan

Pass 12 Aug 2014 122,081 miles

front floorpan has signs of advanced corrosion

Pass 20 Jul 2013 12,127 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2013 12,127 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 11,938 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 11,452 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 11,350 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 10,512 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 18 Jul 2009 10,512 miles

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 9,529 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

exhaust really smokes

Fail 7 Aug 2008 9,525 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

exhaust really smokes

Pass 28 Apr 2007 9,388 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2006 8,575 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa PX125?

Based on 1,317 MOT tests across 185 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
185
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 21
Direction indicators not working 17
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 12
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F122 ETH is a 1989 Vespa PX125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Vespa PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 13,112 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 PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F122 ETH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 37 years old, this Vespa PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F122 ETH registered?

F122 ETH is a 1989 Vespa PX125, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F122 ETH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F122 ETH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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