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FYD 517T

1979 Vespa (douglas) Unknown

Blue Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2023
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

31,541 mi
Last recorded31,541 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 1979 Vespa (douglas) Unknown13,880 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYD 517T
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelUnknown
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2022 31,541 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2021 31,303 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 31,301 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 29,077 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 26,206 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Unknown?

Based on 2,196 MOT tests across 759 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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FYD 517T is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) Unknown in Blue with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Vespa (douglas) Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 13,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYD 517T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FYD 517T?

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What year was FYD 517T registered?

FYD 517T is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) Unknown, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is FYD 517T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYD 517T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FYD 517T have outstanding finance?

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