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HNF 557Y

1997 Vespa (douglas) Px

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

34 mi
Last recorded34 miles
Recorded on11 May 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 557Y
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPx
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2023 34 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 29 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 29 miles

Front Wheel has loose rivet/s or bolts (5.2.2 (e) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 120 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 21 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 4 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 51,741 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 51,740 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 51,740 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 51,569 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 51,468 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 51,226 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 50,209 miles

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

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Px?

Based on 1,818 MOT tests across 202 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
202
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Direction indicators not working 19
wheel bearings are excessively rough 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 11
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HNF 557Y is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) Px in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Px fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNF 557Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Px typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 29 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Px is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HNF 557Y registered?

HNF 557Y is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) Px, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is HNF 557Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HNF 557Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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