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B179 VNK

1984 Vespa Douglas

Multi-colour Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7 mi
Last recorded7 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2008
Typical for 1984 Vespa Douglas14,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB179 VNK
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1984
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2008 7 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 7 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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B179 VNK is a 1984 Vespa Douglas in Multi-colour with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 B179 VNK, 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.

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What year was B179 VNK registered?

B179 VNK is a 1984 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is B179 VNK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B179 VNK shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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