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F944 SLM

1989 Vespa (douglas) T5

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

15,643 mi
Last recorded15,643 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Vespa (douglas) T515,256 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF944 SLM
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelT5
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 15,643 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 15,643 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 15,643 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 15,643 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 15,643 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 15,643 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2017 15,643 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 15,643 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 15,643 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 15,643 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 15,643 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 15,643 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 15,643 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jul 2009 15,643 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 15,545 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 15,541 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jun 2007 15,205 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 15,202 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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F944 SLM is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 15,256 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 F944 SLM, 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 37 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 F944 SLM registered?

F944 SLM is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) T5, first registered on 20 May 1989.

Is F944 SLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F944 SLM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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