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VUG 165R

1999 Vespa (douglas) 125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

433 mi
Last recorded433 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUG 165R
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2016 433 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 77 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 77 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 8,339 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 8,339 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 60,306 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 60,306 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 6,946 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 6,946 miles

Front Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 6,946 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 6,646 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 6,639 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 6,461 miles
Fail 23 May 2008 6,428 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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VUG 165R is a 1999 Vespa (douglas) 125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 VUG 165R, 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 27 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VUG 165R registered?

VUG 165R is a 1999 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 21 August 1999.

Is VUG 165R safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUG 165R shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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