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F37 FWW

1989 Vespa (douglas) T5

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

29,928 mi
Last recorded29,928 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) T515,256 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF37 FWW
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 29,928 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2025 29,796 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 29,417 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 29,051 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 28,515 miles

headlamp fitted is lhd-kick masked out

slight play in front suspension joints

Pass 13 Sep 2014 28,045 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 26,738 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,494 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 22,821 miles

front tyre getting low

front wheel bearing slightly rough

rear tyre close to limit

Pass 12 Jun 2010 20,679 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 18,608 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 18,608 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

little reserve travel in front brake lever

Pass 17 Jun 2008 17,005 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 15,172 miles

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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F37 FWW is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 15,256 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 F37 FWW, 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 37 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 F37 FWW registered?

F37 FWW is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 6 June 1989.

Is F37 FWW safe to buy?

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