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P425 OBY

1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,333 mi
Last recorded10,333 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP425 OBY
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 10,333 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 9,964 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 9,340 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 9,028 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 8,198 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 7,563 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 6,814 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 6,183 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 5,264 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 4,943 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 4,743 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 4,546 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 4,012 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 2,591 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 2,562 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P200E?

Based on 3,685 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
359
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 24
Direction indicators not working 20
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 20
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P425 OBY is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 11,763 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) P200E fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P425 OBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) P200E typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 29 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P200E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P425 OBY registered?

P425 OBY is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P425 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P425 OBY shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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