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G980 PSA

1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

31,287 mi
Last recorded31,287 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas17,262 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG980 PSA
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 May 2025 31,287 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Rear shock absorber upper mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 May 2024 31,131 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 30,813 miles

Rear oil on shocker

engine oil leak

Pass 23 May 2022 30,266 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 29,320 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 29,250 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 12 Aug 2015 29,078 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 28,851 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 28,207 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2012 28,207 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 26,875 miles

horn sounds slighty harsh and grating

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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G980 PSA is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G980 PSA, 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.

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What year was G980 PSA registered?

G980 PSA is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 24 May 1990.

Is G980 PSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for G980 PSA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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