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YWJ 983T

1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4 mi
Last recorded4 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYWJ 983T
MakeVespa (douglas)
ModelUnknown
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2017 4 miles

Body panels cut down and forks have been extended

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 21 Jun 2017 4 miles

Body panels cut down and forks have been extended

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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YWJ 983T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 YWJ 983T, 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.

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What year was YWJ 983T registered?

YWJ 983T is a 1978 Vespa (douglas) Unknown, first registered on 1 November 1978.

Is YWJ 983T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YWJ 983T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YWJ 983T have outstanding finance?

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