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K897 JTU

1992 Vespa (douglas) PX200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

9,838 mi
Last recorded9,838 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK897 JTU
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX200
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 9,838 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 8,217 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 6,634 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 4,803 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 3,943 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2021 3,926 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 2,738 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2019 1,624 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2018 237 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 16,324 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2017 16,324 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 15,256 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,682 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Plate brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.B1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX200?

Based on 960 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
314
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 12
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator incorrect colour 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
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K897 JTU is a 1992 Vespa (douglas) PX200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) PX200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K897 JTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX200 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 34 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K897 JTU registered?

K897 JTU is a 1992 Vespa (douglas) PX200, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is K897 JTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for K897 JTU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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