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FOD 276V

1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X

Orange Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

41,625 mi
Last recorded41,625 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X24,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFOD 276V
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP125X
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 41,625 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 40,807 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 40,162 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 39,216 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 38,344 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

headlight poor illumination

Pass 12 Jun 2014 37,735 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

head light poor illumination

Fail 11 Jun 2014 37,721 miles

Brake lever cracked (3.1.2c)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

head light poor illumination

Pass 10 Jul 2013 37,325 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P125X?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator not working 12
Headlamp aim too high 8
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FOD 276V is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X in Orange with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 24,482 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) P125X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FOD 276V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P125X typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P125X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FOD 276V registered?

FOD 276V is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X, first registered on 1 August 1979.

Is FOD 276V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FOD 276V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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