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A748 TBP

1984 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,765 mi
Last recorded16,765 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1984 Vespa Douglas14,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA748 TBP
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2025 16,765 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 16,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 16,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 16,765 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 16,690 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 16,467 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 15,978 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 15,274 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 14,143 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 13,257 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 12,287 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 11,403 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 10,714 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 9,584 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 8,728 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2010 8,181 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 8,181 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 8,180 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 8,038 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 7,836 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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A748 TBP is a 1984 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A748 TBP, 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

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What year was A748 TBP registered?

A748 TBP is a 1984 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 30 July 1984.

Is A748 TBP safe to buy?

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