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VAB 675V

1980 Vespa (douglas) 125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

540 mi
Last recorded540 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Vespa (douglas) 12519,671 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAB 675V
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2020 540 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 442 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 442 miles

Rear Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 37 miles

front Tyre little perished

Pass 22 Feb 2017 3 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 15,814 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2014 14,907 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 14,906 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Nov 2011 14,906 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2010 12,294 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 9,375 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 9,375 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 8 Jan 2008 5,836 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 2,220 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 14,562 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2005 14,562 miles

Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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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VAB 675V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 19,671 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 VAB 675V, 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 46 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 VAB 675V registered?

VAB 675V is a 1980 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 19 March 1980.

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