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F262 RFS

1988 Vespa (douglas) T5

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

16,006 mi
Last recorded16,006 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 1988 Vespa (douglas) T517,026 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF262 RFS
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 16,006 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 16,006 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 16,001 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 16,001 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 14,930 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 16,273 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 9,913 miles

Exhaust silencer low/close to ground.

Oil leak

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

Fail 8 Jul 2008 9,913 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust silencer low/close to ground.

Oil leak

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) T5?

Based on 3,561 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Direction indicator not working 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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F262 RFS is a 1988 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Vespa (douglas) T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 17,026 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) T5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F262 RFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Vespa (douglas) T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F262 RFS registered?

F262 RFS is a 1988 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 12 August 1988.

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