MOT Status
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24,149 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)
Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) P200E?
Based on 3,685 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.
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R149 RAD is a 1998 Vespa (douglas) P200E in Grey with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
Across all 1998 Vespa (douglas) P200E models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 12,496 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 R149 RAD, 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 28 years old, this Vespa (douglas) P200E is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R149 RAD registered?
R149 RAD is a 1998 Vespa (douglas) P200E, first registered on 25 June 1998.
Is R149 RAD safe to buy?
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