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Y271 PTU

2001 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,025 mi
Last recorded1,025 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Vespa (douglas) PX12515,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY271 PTU
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 1,025 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 5,431 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 5,431 miles

Headlamp missing glass (1.2.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 5,431 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 5,431 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 12 May 2014 5,431 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 5,431 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 5,431 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 5,051 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2009 4,613 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2008 3,723 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 2,398 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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Y271 PTU is a 2001 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 15,139 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 Y271 PTU, 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 25 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Y271 PTU registered?

Y271 PTU is a 2001 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y271 PTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y271 PTU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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