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G718 MEX

1990 Vespa (douglas) 125

Green Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,088 mi
Last recorded14,088 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Vespa (douglas) 12514,088 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG718 MEX
MakeVespa (douglas)
Model125
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 14,088 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 May 2025 14,088 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 14,088 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 14,088 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2023 14,088 miles

Rear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Apr 2022 14,088 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2022 14,088 miles

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim tyre valve fit (5.2.3 (k))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 14,088 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2021 14,088 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2020 14,088 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 14,088 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play slightly rough and little noise (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2017 14,088 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 14,088 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2016 14,088 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 14,088 miles

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 14,032 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) 125?

Based on 1,192 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
253
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 11
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G718 MEX is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) 125 in Green with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1990 Vespa (douglas) 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 14,088 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) 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G718 MEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 36 years old, this Vespa (douglas) 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G718 MEX registered?

G718 MEX is a 1990 Vespa (douglas) 125, first registered on 1 June 1990.

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