MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
19,016 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
horn slightly grating
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
horn sounds slightly harsh
Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
clutch not clearing/creeping
horn sounds slightly harsh
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
front brake needs a lot of pressure to meet standards
How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Vespa?
Based on 1,156 MOT tests across 152 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F997 UFU is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 18,914 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) Vespa fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F997 UFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Vespa (douglas) Vespa typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Vespa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F997 UFU registered?
F997 UFU is a 1989 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, first registered on 15 May 1989.
Is F997 UFU safe to buy?
The MOT history for F997 UFU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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