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P743 SAC

1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,705 mi
Last recorded34,705 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E11,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP743 SAC
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelP200E
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 34,705 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 34,519 miles
Pass 7 May 2023 33,033 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 May 2022 31,881 miles
Fail 11 May 2022 31,881 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2021 29,801 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 28,094 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 27,299 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 24 May 2017 26,043 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2017 26,043 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 19 May 2016 24,877 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 23,874 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 May 2014 22,469 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 21,258 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

some play in rear wheel axle bearing

Pass 11 May 2012 19,002 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 18,530 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 18,540 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 18,455 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,380 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2005 17,110 miles

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

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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P743 SAC is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P743 SAC, 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 P743 SAC registered?

P743 SAC is a 1997 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 5 April 1997.

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