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LHS 14Y

1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,612 mi
Last recorded26,612 miles
Recorded on5 May 2015
Typical for 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX12514,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHS 14Y
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 May 2015 26,612 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

rear tyre perishing

Fail 23 Apr 2015 26,612 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

rear tyre perishing

Pass 21 Nov 2012 26,561 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 26,561 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 24,788 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 27 Jun 2011 24,788 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Built up wheel has a loose bolt/s (4.2.1c)

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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LHS 14Y is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 14,685 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 LHS 14Y, 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 44 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LHS 14Y registered?

LHS 14Y is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 19 November 1982.

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