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BBY 909Y

1982 Vespa (douglas) T5

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

36,600 mi
Last recorded36,600 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBBY 909Y
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 36,600 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2013 36,600 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 36,599 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 36,559 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2010 36,559 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 36,559 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 36,556 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

bike does not idle

noise from rear wheel on rotation

Pass 11 Sep 2009 36,556 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

bike does not idle

noise from rear wheel on rotation

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) T5?

Based on 3,561 MOT tests across 367 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
367
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 32
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 25
Direction indicator not working 22
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 19
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BBY 909Y is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) T5 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BBY 909Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) T5 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 44 years old, this Vespa (douglas) T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BBY 909Y registered?

BBY 909Y is a 1982 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 24 November 1982.

Is BBY 909Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BBY 909Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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