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G23 DAB

1989 Vespa (douglas) T5

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

24,883 mi
Last recorded24,883 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) T515,256 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG23 DAB
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 24,883 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 24,870 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 28 May 2015 24,853 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 24,640 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 24,106 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 24,086 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 23,544 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 22,972 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 22,682 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 22,369 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 May 2007 21,472 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 21,432 miles

Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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

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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G23 DAB is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 G23 DAB, 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 G23 DAB registered?

G23 DAB is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 21 August 1989.

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