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GNX 488C

1987 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,190 mi
Last recorded23,190 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 1987 Vespa (douglas) Douglas13,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNX 488C
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 23,190 miles

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

Fail 20 Jun 2018 23,190 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen main beam stays on /dipped switch (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high dip beam and main swapped (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working with lights off (7.7 (a) (ii))

Front wheel bearing slightly rough

Pass 26 Aug 2016 23,190 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 23,190 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 23,190 miles

Front front tyre starting to perish

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2015 23,190 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component fork link bushes worn (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Front front tyre starting to perish

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 23,192 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 23,192 miles

Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

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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GNX 488C is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 13,404 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 GNX 488C, 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 39 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Douglas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GNX 488C registered?

GNX 488C is a 1987 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 19 October 1987.

Is GNX 488C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNX 488C shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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