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A809 OYC

1983 Vespa Douglas

Green Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

31,231 mi
Last recorded31,231 miles
Recorded on18 May 2019
Typical for 1983 Vespa Douglas18,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA809 OYC
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2019 31,231 miles

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on frame (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2019 31,231 miles

Motorcycle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion on frame (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied Locking devices missing (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 26,726 miles

Front brake poor

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 24,297 miles

Rear Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength slight fray one strand (3.2.A1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 21,405 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in front brake plate bearings

Fail 19 Aug 2015 21,399 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

slight play in front brake plate bearings

Pass 21 Jul 2014 15,663 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 19,979 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 8 May 2014 19,970 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Brake cable slightly frayed (3.2.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 19,189 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2013 19,189 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 18,354 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 12,707 miles

Front tyre running close to fork leg.

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlight beam pattern poor.

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear of bike modified.

Seat wont lock down.

Pass 8 Jul 2009 12,670 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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A809 OYC is a 1983 Vespa Douglas in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 18,354 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 A809 OYC, 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 43 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A809 OYC registered?

A809 OYC is a 1983 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 9 November 1983.

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