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MVC 969V

1980 Vespa (douglas) P125X

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

29,547 mi
Last recorded29,547 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMVC 969V
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP125X
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 29,547 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 28,956 miles

front suspension bush is slightly perished

Pass 6 Sep 2016 28,025 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,165 miles

headlamp masked.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 28 Aug 2015 27,165 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

headlamp masked.

Pass 27 Aug 2014 26,805 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 21 Aug 2014 26,799 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 26,347 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

side light not working

Pass 25 Aug 2012 25,545 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Fail 25 Aug 2012 25,545 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 25,249 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Aug 2010 23,833 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 20 Jul 2009 22,517 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 20 Jul 2009 22,517 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 21,455 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

slight perishing rear tyre sidewall.

Fail 23 Jun 2008 21,455 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

slight perishing rear tyre sidewall.

Pass 8 Jun 2007 20,304 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 19,845 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P125X?

Based on 918 MOT tests across 123 vehicles.

83.3%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
123
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 15
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 13
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Direction indicator not working 12
Headlamp aim too high 8
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MVC 969V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) P125X in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) P125X fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MVC 969V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P125X typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 46 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P125X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MVC 969V registered?

MVC 969V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) P125X, first registered on 15 July 1980.

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