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LYJ 588P

1976 Vespa Douglas

Red Petrol 145cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,659 mi
Last recorded23,659 miles
Recorded on17 May 2016
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYJ 588P
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1976
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine145cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 17 May 2016 23,659 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 23,654 miles

Front Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

front tyre has minimal cracks but noy exposing any chords

Pass 2 May 2014 23,607 miles

front tyre seems to be perrished but not exposing any chords

Pass 22 Apr 2013 23,598 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,586 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 23,566 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 23,543 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2009 23,512 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 23,450 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2007 23,389 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 23,326 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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LYJ 588P is a 1976 Vespa Douglas in Red with a 145cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LYJ 588P, 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 50 years old, this Vespa Douglas is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LYJ 588P registered?

LYJ 588P is a 1976 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 21 January 1976.

Is LYJ 588P safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYJ 588P shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LYJ 588P have outstanding finance?

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