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HCV 601W

1980 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1980 Vespa (douglas) PX12514,197 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHCV 601W
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2021
Pass 10 Sep 2018 25,972 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

notchy headrace bearings at center

Pass 1 Feb 2017 24,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 1 Feb 2017 24,889 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2016 19,884 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 18,947 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 18,737 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125?

Based on 3,358 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
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HCV 601W is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 14,197 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) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HCV 601W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HCV 601W?

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What year was HCV 601W registered?

HCV 601W is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 7 October 1980.

Is HCV 601W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HCV 601W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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