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F8 MWB

1996 Vespa (douglas) P200E

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

40,020 mi
Last recorded40,020 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Vespa (douglas) P200E15,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF8 MWB
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 40,020 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 39,218 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2023 38,494 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 38,017 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 36,695 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 34,977 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 33,225 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 29,453 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 29,355 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2016 26,432 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 26,424 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 21,889 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 12,895 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 33,836 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,684 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 25,190 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,830 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P200E?

Based on 3,685 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 24
Direction indicators not working 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
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F8 MWB is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Vespa (douglas) P200E models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 15,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) P200E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F8 MWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P200E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 30 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P200E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F8 MWB registered?

F8 MWB is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is F8 MWB safe to buy?

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