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E35 AAK

1988 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,687 mi
Last recorded12,687 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Vespa Douglas18,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE35 AAK
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 12,687 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 12,333 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 12,331 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 12,329 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 12,329 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 12,324 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 12,324 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 12,308 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2010 12,278 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 12,271 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 12,177 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 11,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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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E35 AAK is a 1988 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 18,498 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 E35 AAK, 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 38 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 E35 AAK?

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What year was E35 AAK registered?

E35 AAK is a 1988 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 21 June 1988.

Is E35 AAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for E35 AAK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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