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NET 789X

1981 Vespa Douglas

Silver Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,908 mi
Last recorded22,908 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 1981 Vespa Douglas21,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNET 789X
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 22,908 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 22,715 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 21,688 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2017 21,688 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 20,676 miles

horn button inconsistent, needs cleaning or replacing

Fail 29 Aug 2015 20,676 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread too small (6.3.4b)

horn button inconsistent, needs cleaning or replacing

Pass 27 Aug 2014 20,165 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 20,083 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 19,997 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 19,930 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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NET 789X is a 1981 Vespa Douglas in Silver with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 NET 789X, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NET 789X?

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What year was NET 789X registered?

NET 789X is a 1981 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is NET 789X safe to buy?

The MOT history for NET 789X shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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