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MMT 123X

1981 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Blue Petrol 95cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,903 mi
Last recorded27,903 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1981 Vespa (douglas) Douglas25,727 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMT 123X
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine95cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 27,903 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 27,902 miles

Central Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 27,900 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 27,886 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 27,881 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 27,881 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 27,862 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 27,846 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 27,833 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 27,822 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 27,782 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 27,755 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 27,711 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 27,670 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,591 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 27,589 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Feb 2010 27,513 miles

Nearside Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 27,450 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 27,374 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 27,127 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 27,120 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 26,943 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Douglas?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
233
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
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MMT 123X is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Blue with a 95cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1981 Vespa (douglas) Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,727 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MMT 123X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Douglas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MMT 123X registered?

MMT 123X is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 19 September 1981.

Is MMT 123X safe to buy?

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