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G398 TJR

1989 Vespa (douglas) 125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,875 mi
Last recorded24,875 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) 12515,556 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG398 TJR
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 24,875 miles

daytime mot

oil leak

Pass 15 Jun 2019 23,826 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 22,412 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 21,781 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 21,781 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 19,215 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 19,215 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 18,773 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 18,773 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 17,974 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 17,272 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 15,499 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 13,153 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 11,726 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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G398 TJR is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 15,556 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G398 TJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 37 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G398 TJR registered?

G398 TJR is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 2 October 1989.

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