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A488 FLW

1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

30,761 mi
Last recorded30,761 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX12514,876 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA488 FLW
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelPX125
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 30,761 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2016 30,761 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 29,580 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 29,580 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 25,580 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 29,580 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 29,580 miles

Rear wheel has a missing wheel stud(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 26,784 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 26,784 miles

Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake drum(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 22,663 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 22,663 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Front Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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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A488 FLW is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 14,876 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) PX125 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 41 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A488 FLW, 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 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) PX125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A488 FLW registered?

A488 FLW is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) PX125, first registered on 11 August 1983.

Is A488 FLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A488 FLW shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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