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P609 LBK

1996 Vespa (douglas) T5

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

19,079 mi
Last recorded19,079 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP609 LBK
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 19,079 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 17,915 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 17,901 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 17,752 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 17,650 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 16,873 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 15,284 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 14,068 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 14,060 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 15 May 2015 14,028 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 15 May 2015 14,028 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 13,875 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,518 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 13,304 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 13,304 miles

Nearside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 13 May 2011 12,651 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 11,927 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 11,423 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 11,423 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 10,799 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 10,799 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 9,882 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 9,271 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) T5?

Based on 3,561 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Direction indicator not working 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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P609 LBK is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) T5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P609 LBK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Vespa (douglas) T5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P609 LBK registered?

P609 LBK is a 1996 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is P609 LBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P609 LBK shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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