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YVN 252Y

1983 Vespa Douglas

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

45,069 mi
Last recorded45,069 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1983 Vespa Douglas18,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVN 252Y
MakeVespa
ModelDouglas
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 45,069 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 44,279 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 43,617 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 42,570 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 41,336 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 37,994 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2015 36,429 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 33,734 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 31,870 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 30,422 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 27,533 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 26,201 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 26,171 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2009 24,327 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,684 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 20,817 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 18,235 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 15,081 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2005 15,081 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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YVN 252Y is a 1983 Vespa Douglas in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1983 Vespa Douglas models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 18,354 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YVN 252Y, 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 43 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 YVN 252Y?

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What year was YVN 252Y registered?

YVN 252Y is a 1983 Vespa Douglas, first registered on 14 January 1983.

Is YVN 252Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVN 252Y shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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