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N555 KTF

1996 Vespa (douglas) 125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,621 mi
Last recorded26,621 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN555 KTF
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 26,621 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 26,569 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 26,260 miles

Front suspension arm has slight free play

Pass 4 Nov 2015 25,243 miles

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

Front fork spring is very week

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 26 Oct 2015 25,225 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front fork spring is very week

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 24,132 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 23,613 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 23,610 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 23,354 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2011 23,354 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 22,766 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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N555 KTF is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N555 KTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 30 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N555 KTF registered?

N555 KTF is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 15 May 1996.

Is N555 KTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N555 KTF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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