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VUM 301X

1981 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

1,425 mi
Last recorded1,425 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2021
Typical for 1981 Vespa (douglas) PX12518,020 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVUM 301X
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2021 1,425 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 1,309 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 953 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 777 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 248 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 146 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 146 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 7 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 14,814 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 14,486 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 14,260 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 14,021 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 13,726 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) PX125?

Based on 3,358 MOT tests across 441 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
307
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
441
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 41
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 32
wheel bearings have excessive free play 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 25
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
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VUM 301X is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1981 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 18,020 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VUM 301X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) PX125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VUM 301X registered?

VUM 301X is a 1981 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is VUM 301X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VUM 301X shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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