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G217 TKR

1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,806 mi
Last recorded3,806 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas17,262 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG217 TKR
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 3,806 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 59,742 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2024 19,167 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 17,262 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 15,033 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 14,221 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 14,204 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2019 20,207 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 19,585 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 17,510 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2017 17,500 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 14,774 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 13,016 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2015 12,995 miles

Rear Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 10,885 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 9,292 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 17 May 2012 9,292 miles
Fail 17 May 2011 9,292 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 17 May 2011 9,292 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,278 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Douglas?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
233
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
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G217 TKR is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 17,262 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) Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G217 TKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G217 TKR registered?

G217 TKR is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 23 March 1990.

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