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G550 VCR

1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa

Blue Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

32,099 mi
Last recorded32,099 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa18,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG550 VCR
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelVespa
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 32,099 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 32,067 miles

Offside Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Mar 2024 31,990 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 31,929 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 31,929 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 31,927 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 31,879 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 31,785 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 31,651 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 31,359 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 31,338 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 31,197 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 31,082 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 30,827 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 30,827 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 30,644 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2009 30,644 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 30,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 29 Jun 2007 30,171 miles

SAME ADVISORY NOTES APPLY REF : 984280687167

Fail 29 Jun 2007 30,171 miles

Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front wheel trim fitted

unable to see disc pads fully

Pass 24 Jun 2006 29,618 miles

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

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

slight binding on front wheel front brake pads not seen wheel covers fitted front and rear

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Vespa?

Based on 1,156 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Horn not working 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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G550 VCR is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Blue with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,914 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) Vespa fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G550 VCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G550 VCR registered?

G550 VCR is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 4 August 1989.

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