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LNT 349W

1981 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

2,366 mi
Last recorded2,366 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2015
Typical for 1981 Vespa Douglas21,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLNT 349W
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2015 2,366 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 2,266 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 1,925 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 1,788 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 1,490 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2006 1,482 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

rear light wiring has rubbed on rear tyre

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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LNT 349W is a 1981 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 21,688 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 LNT 349W, 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 45 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LNT 349W registered?

LNT 349W is a 1981 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is LNT 349W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LNT 349W shows 6 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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