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JRV 726X

1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,317 mi
Last recorded86,317 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2020
Typical for 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E21,226 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJRV 726X
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125E
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2020 86,317 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 84,524 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 83,738 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 83,738 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Pass 5 May 2017 83,259 miles

fuel cap sealing ring deteriorated

Pass 11 May 2015 82,370 miles

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

front tyre perished and split

headlight pattern weak

rear tyre perished and split

Fail 8 May 2015 82,370 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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

front tyre perished and split

headlight pattern weak

rear tyre perished and split

Pass 15 May 2014 81,548 miles

headlight pattern weak

rear brake travel

Fail 14 May 2014 81,546 miles

Front wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

headlight pattern weak

rear brake travel

Pass 15 May 2013 80,612 miles

headlight pattern weak

rear brake travel

front brake travel

Pass 9 May 2012 79,598 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 76,624 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 76,223 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 76,023 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 76,023 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2008 75,099 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 74,069 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 72,927 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125E?

Based on 2,026 MOT tests across 243 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
297
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
243
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 23
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 21
Headlamp aim too high 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 17
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JRV 726X is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 21,226 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) PX125E fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JRV 726X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125E typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 44 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125E is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JRV 726X?

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What year was JRV 726X registered?

JRV 726X is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125E, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is JRV 726X safe to buy?

The MOT history for JRV 726X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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