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Y272 PTU

2001 Vespa (douglas) Vespa

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

6,322 mi
Last recorded6,322 miles
Recorded on28 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY272 PTU
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelVespa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 May 2016 6,322 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 6,319 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 May 2015 6,281 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 6,199 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 6,199 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 6,185 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 10 Jun 2013 6,185 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Pass 25 May 2012 6,171 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 25 May 2012 6,171 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 6 May 2011 6,112 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 6,065 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 14 May 2010 6,065 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 5 May 2009 5,960 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2009 5,960 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2008 5,792 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 5,792 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 5,213 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 5,205 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2005 4,539 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2005 4,539 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Vespa?

Based on 1,156 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
189
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
152
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Horn not working 10
Direction indicator not working 10
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Y272 PTU is a 2001 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Vespa fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y272 PTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 25 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y272 PTU is a 2001 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 1 May 2001.

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