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A201 UTU

1984 Vespa Douglas

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

1,434 mi
Last recorded1,434 miles
Recorded on31 May 2013
Typical for 1984 Vespa Douglas14,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA201 UTU
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2013 1,434 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 1,434 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nail in front tyre

Pass 30 May 2012 33,404 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa Douglas?

Based on 2,775 MOT tests across 452 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
207
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
452
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 28
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Horn not working 25
Direction indicator not working 23
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A201 UTU is a 1984 Vespa Douglas in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 14,742 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 A201 UTU, 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 42 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A201 UTU?

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What year was A201 UTU registered?

A201 UTU is a 1984 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 9 July 1984.

Is A201 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A201 UTU shows 3 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.

Does A201 UTU have outstanding finance?

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