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K161 RBK

1997 Vespa (douglas) Px

Maroon Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,181 mi
Last recorded9,181 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK161 RBK
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPx
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 9,181 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 9,166 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,150 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 9,090 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 8,996 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 8,640 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 8,585 miles

horn signal weak

Pass 8 Apr 2017 8,582 miles

Horn weak

Pass 30 Mar 2016 8,570 miles

horn weak signal

Pass 14 Mar 2015 18,207 miles

horn weak signal

Fail 14 Mar 2015 18,205 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 17,505 miles

horn signal weak

Pass 9 Mar 2013 6,101 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 6,101 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 5,700 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 18 Aug 2011 5,682 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 24 Aug 2010 1,993 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 1,993 miles

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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K161 RBK is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) Px in Maroon with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K161 RBK, 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.

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What year was K161 RBK registered?

K161 RBK is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) Px, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is K161 RBK safe to buy?

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