MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
56,999 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear tyre shows evidence of fouling, but cannot be replicated
oil leak
Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)
Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)
Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)
Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)
Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)
Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS
Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
N/S/F Indicator poor
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear tyre perished
Seat wont lock down.
How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?
Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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XAF 848T is a 1978 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 27,430 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 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAF 848T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Vespa Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 48 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What year was XAF 848T registered?
XAF 848T is a 1978 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 7 November 1978.
Is XAF 848T safe to buy?
The MOT history for XAF 848T shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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