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FWB 935H

1970 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

539 mi
Last recorded539 miles
Recorded on30 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Vespa Douglas10,673 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWB 935H
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2017 539 miles

Front no front mudguard fitted

Fail 30 May 2017 539 miles

Front no front mudguard fitted

Headlamp aim too low adjuster screw missing (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 432 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 295 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 15,390 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 16 Oct 2010 15,390 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2009 12,619 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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FWB 935H is a 1970 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1970 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.8% with a typical mileage of 10,673 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 FWB 935H, 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 56 years old, this Vespa Douglas is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FWB 935H registered?

FWB 935H is a 1970 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 31 December 1970.

Is FWB 935H safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWB 935H shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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