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GFP 714V

1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,685 mi
Last recorded29,685 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X24,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFP 714V
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP125X
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2025 29,685 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2025 29,682 miles

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

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 29,602 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 24,497 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2017 29,238 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 29,101 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 28,842 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 28,842 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2014 24,720 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 24,720 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 18,955 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 18,955 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P125X?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator not working 12
Headlamp aim too high 8
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GFP 714V is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 24,482 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) P125X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GFP 714V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P125X typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P125X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GFP 714V registered?

GFP 714V is a 1979 Vespa (douglas) P125X, first registered on 18 September 1979.

Is GFP 714V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GFP 714V shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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