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YBA 508T

1978 Vespa (douglas) Douglas

Grey Petrol 197cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,399 mi
Last recorded2,399 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBA 508T
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelDouglas
Year1978
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine197cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2018 2,399 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 1,891 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 839 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 28,879 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Douglas?

Based on 1,880 MOT tests across 249 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
233
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
249
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 16
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 15
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 14
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YBA 508T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Douglas in Grey with a 197cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Douglas fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBA 508T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Douglas typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 48 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Douglas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBA 508T registered?

YBA 508T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Douglas, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is YBA 508T safe to buy?

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