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P452 YCD

1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,131 mi
Last recorded7,131 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E11,763 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP452 YCD
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 7,131 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 7,062 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 6,978 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 6,806 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2021 6,669 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 6,193 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 5,215 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 3,985 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 1,352 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 1,352 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 19,449 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 19,057 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

spare tyre on wear limit

split in number plate

Pass 17 Jun 2006 17,399 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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P452 YCD is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 P452 YCD, 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 P452 YCD registered?

P452 YCD is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P452 YCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P452 YCD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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