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UHU 878T

1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown

Silver Other 121cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,895 mi
Last recorded28,895 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUHU 878T
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine121cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 28,895 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024
Fail 21 May 2024 28,862 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 28,850 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 28,828 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 28,808 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 28,777 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 28,728 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 28,710 miles

How Reliable is the Vespa (douglas) Unknown?

Based on 2,196 MOT tests across 759 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
197
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
759
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 7
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 6
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UHU 878T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown in Silver with a 121cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Vespa (douglas) Unknown fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UHU 878T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vespa (douglas) Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 48 years old, this Vespa (douglas) Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UHU 878T?

You can check the full history of UHU 878T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UHU 878T registered?

UHU 878T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown, first registered on 19 September 1978.

Is UHU 878T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UHU 878T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UHU 878T have outstanding finance?

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