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C524 ULP

1986 Vespa Douglas

Silver Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,374 mi
Last recorded17,374 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Vespa Douglas15,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC524 ULP
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Mar 2025 17,374 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 17,265 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 17,053 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 16,974 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 16,887 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 16,784 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2010 16,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 16,517 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 21,845 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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C524 ULP is a 1986 Vespa Douglas in Silver with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 15,018 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 C524 ULP, 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 40 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C524 ULP?

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What year was C524 ULP registered?

C524 ULP is a 1986 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 9 January 1986.

Is C524 ULP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C524 ULP shows 9 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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