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P52 ERC

1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E

Grey Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

16,222 mi
Last recorded16,222 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E11,763 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP52 ERC
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 16,222 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 15,845 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 15,779 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 14,574 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 11,516 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 8,829 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 6,542 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 5,611 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 12,736 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010
Fail 18 Feb 2010

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

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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P52 ERC is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P52 ERC, 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

How do I check the history of P52 ERC?

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What year was P52 ERC registered?

P52 ERC is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P52 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P52 ERC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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