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A234 HKV

1983 Vespa (douglas) 125

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2013
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,099 mi
Last recorded4,099 miles
Recorded on10 May 2012
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) 1259,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA234 HKV
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 10 May 2012 4,099 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 25,117 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 24,887 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 23,880 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 21,156 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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A234 HKV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 9,315 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A234 HKV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A234 HKV registered?

A234 HKV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 18 August 1983.

Is A234 HKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A234 HKV shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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