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SYC 5R

1976 Vespa (douglas) 125

Yellow Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,251 mi
Last recorded1,251 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSYC 5R
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 1,251 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 May 2018 1,251 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Apr 2017 1,410 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 22,769 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 22,667 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 22,572 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 22,360 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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SYC 5R is a 1976 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Yellow with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SYC 5R, 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 50 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SYC 5R registered?

SYC 5R is a 1976 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 9 November 1976.

Is SYC 5R safe to buy?

The MOT history for SYC 5R shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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