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F901 SLF

1989 Vespa (douglas) PX200

Purple Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

6,324 mi
Last recorded6,324 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) PX20020,606 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF901 SLF
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX200
Year1989
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 6,324 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 6,298 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2024 6,298 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 6,214 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour rear light slightly discoloured (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 3,668 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 1,572 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 1,572 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 1,383 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2019 1,383 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 351 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 54 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 99,043 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 98,895 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 98,615 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 98,615 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 98,578 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX200?

Based on 960 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 12
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator incorrect colour 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
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F901 SLF is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) PX200 in Purple with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) PX200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 20,606 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) PX200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F901 SLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX200 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F901 SLF registered?

F901 SLF is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) PX200, first registered on 18 April 1989.

Is F901 SLF safe to buy?

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