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F972 JHH

1989 Vespa (douglas) T5

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

15,104 mi
Last recorded15,104 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) T515,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF972 JHH
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 15,104 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2026 15,104 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2025 14,088 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2024 13,252 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 12,205 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2021 11,778 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2020 11,004 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 10,982 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2017 10,982 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 10,804 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 10,530 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 10,523 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 10,409 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 10,119 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 9,130 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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F972 JHH is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F972 JHH, 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 F972 JHH registered?

F972 JHH is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 1 July 1989.

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The MOT history for F972 JHH shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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