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HBA 298Y

1983 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

1,520 mi
Last recorded1,520 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) Douglas10,021 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 298Y
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 1,520 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 1,500 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 1,470 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 1,458 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 609 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 19 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 58,091 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 46,651 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 46,651 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 34,214 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 20,187 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 9,034 miles

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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HBA 298Y is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 10,021 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HBA 298Y, 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 43 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 HBA 298Y registered?

HBA 298Y is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HBA 298Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 298Y shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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