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F317 SMC

1989 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Green Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

16,980 mi
Last recorded16,980 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) Douglas14,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF317 SMC
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 16,980 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 16,980 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 16,980 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2013 16,980 miles

osr indicator lens damaged

Pass 20 Mar 2012 16,821 miles

both rear indicator lenses damaged

headlight reflector deteriorating

Pass 5 Mar 2011 16,525 miles

rear tyre perishing

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Douglas?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
233
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
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F317 SMC is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Green with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 14,797 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) Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F317 SMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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How do I check the history of F317 SMC?

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What year was F317 SMC registered?

F317 SMC is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 8 February 1989.

Is F317 SMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F317 SMC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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