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G140 LWD

1990 Vespa (douglas) Px

Black Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,410 mi
Last recorded23,410 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 1990 Vespa (douglas) Px20,325 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG140 LWD
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPx
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 23,410 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 22,751 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 11,167 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 20,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 22 Dec 2015 20,597 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake siezed cable and brake cam (3.3.A1a)

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake sticking brake pedal (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking rotor (6.2.1f)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 20,597 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 20,597 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 20,597 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 20,597 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2009 20,597 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 19,031 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 18,803 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 18,775 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Px?

Based on 1,818 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Direction indicators not working 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
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G140 LWD is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Px in Black with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1990 Vespa (douglas) Px models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 20,325 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) Px fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G140 LWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Px typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 36 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Px is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G140 LWD registered?

G140 LWD is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Px, first registered on 22 January 1990.

Is G140 LWD safe to buy?

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