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A50 BTV

1983 Vespa (douglas) Unknown

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,530 mi
Last recorded6,530 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1983 Vespa (douglas) Unknown8,001 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA50 BTV
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Sep 2025 6,530 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 6,465 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 6,435 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 6,397 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 6,284 miles

Rear Side panels fitted-unable to clearly inspect rear brake and fuel lines

Pass 21 Sep 2020 6,166 miles

Incorrect mileage entered for mot test dated 20/09/19.MILEAGE WAS 6117 miles.

Pass 20 Sep 2019 16,117 miles

Rear Side panels fitted-unable to clearly inspect rear brake or fuel lines.

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Unknown?

Based on 2,196 MOT tests across 759 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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A50 BTV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Unknown in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Vespa (douglas) Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 8,001 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A50 BTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 43 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A50 BTV registered?

A50 BTV is a 1983 Vespa (douglas) Unknown, first registered on 22 August 1983.

Is A50 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for A50 BTV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A50 BTV have outstanding finance?

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