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C288 VLT

1986 Vespa (douglas) T5

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,721 mi
Last recorded5,721 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 1986 Vespa (douglas) T514,583 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC288 VLT
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 3 Oct 2019 5,721 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 5,693 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 5,677 miles

front brake only just met required limits

Pass 10 Jun 2014 5,581 miles

rear end sits a little bit low

Pass 5 Jun 2013 5,524 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 5,543 miles

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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C288 VLT is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vespa (douglas) T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 14,583 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C288 VLT, 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 40 years old, this Vespa (douglas) T5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C288 VLT registered?

C288 VLT is a 1986 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 16 May 1986.

Is C288 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C288 VLT shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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