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RJB 572Y

1982 Vespa Douglas

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,356 mi
Last recorded22,356 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2013
Typical for 1982 Vespa Douglas13,405 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJB 572Y
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2013 22,356 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 22,356 miles

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 22,140 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,121 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2009 22,121 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 22,110 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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RJB 572Y is a 1982 Vespa Douglas in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 13,405 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 RJB 572Y, 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 44 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 RJB 572Y registered?

RJB 572Y is a 1982 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 15 September 1982.

Is RJB 572Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJB 572Y shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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