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NLJ 585P

1976 Vespa Douglas

Turquoise Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,338 mi
Last recorded17,338 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLJ 585P
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1976
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2013 17,338 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 17,199 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 21 Sep 2012 17,199 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 17,198 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 16,797 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 16,796 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 16,642 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Horn not working 25
Direction indicator not working 23
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NLJ 585P is a 1976 Vespa Douglas in Turquoise with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

The most common reason a Vespa Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NLJ 585P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 50 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of NLJ 585P?

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What year was NLJ 585P registered?

NLJ 585P is a 1976 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 26 May 1976.

Is NLJ 585P safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLJ 585P shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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