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PKK 894W

1981 Vespa (douglas) 125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,619 mi
Last recorded20,619 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2014
Typical for 1981 Vespa (douglas) 12517,184 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKK 894W
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2014 20,619 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 20,619 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 20,234 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

front tyre has cracks in the side walls

Fail 21 Jul 2012 20,234 miles

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

front tyre has cracks in the side walls

Fail 24 Mar 2010 19,422 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pedal attachment screws missing. (3.1.2b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2010 19,422 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2009 18,423 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,184 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 13,634 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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PKK 894W is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 17,184 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKK 894W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PKK 894W registered?

PKK 894W is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 25 March 1981.

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