Official DVLA Record

1990 PIAGGIO VESPA DOUGLAS0.1L Petrol

H224 BDV

This 1990 PIAGGIO VESPA DOUGLAS is a Petrol vehicle with a 123cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 11,586.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 17/03/2026
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1990
Engine
123cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-03-18 at 11,586 miles recording a pass and no defects. The maintenance trend shows stability, as prior tests from 2023 and 2021 also passed without issues. A failed entry on 2023-09-05 at the same mileage as a passing test suggests potential data duplication or administrative error, but no mechanical concerns were flagged in any valid records. The vehicle’s low mileage of 11,586 miles over 36 years equates to approximately 322 miles annually, indicating minimal use or prolonged inactivity. A two-year gap between the 2021 test (10,978 miles) and 2023 test (11,273 miles) saw only 295 miles added, while the subsequent two years recorded 313 miles. Such slow accumulation may suggest periods of storage, which could affect components like the battery, seals, and engine internals. No rapid wear or recurring faults are evident in the MOT history. A buyer should inspect for signs of prolonged inactivity, including corrosion on the chassis, suspension components, and exhaust system. While no structural issues or brake-related defects were recorded, the low mileage warrants checking the condition of consumables like tyres and fluid levels, which may degrade over time. The absence of advisories on suspension or braking systems is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection should confirm the integrity of the frame and drivetrain, given the vehicle’s age and usage pattern.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 May 2026, 02:00
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with the most recent MOT test on 2025-03-18 at 11,586 miles recording a pass and no defects. The maintenance trend shows stability, as prior tests from 2023 and 2021 also passed without issues. A failed entry on 2023-09-05 at the same mileage as a passing test suggests potential data duplication or administrative error, but no mechanical concerns were flagged in any valid records. The vehicle’s low mileage of 11,586 miles over 36 years equates to approximately 322 miles annually, indicating minimal use or prolonged inactivity. A two-year gap between the 2021 test (10,978 miles) and 2023 test (11,273 miles) saw only 295 miles added, while the subsequent two years recorded 313 miles. Such slow accumulation may suggest periods of storage, which could affect components like the battery, seals, and engine internals. No rapid wear or recurring faults are evident in the MOT history. A buyer should inspect for signs of prolonged inactivity, including corrosion on the chassis, suspension components, and exhaust system. While no structural issues or brake-related defects were recorded, the low mileage warrants checking the condition of consumables like tyres and fluid levels, which may degrade over time. The absence of advisories on suspension or braking systems is reassuring, but a pre-purchase inspection should confirm the integrity of the frame and drivetrain, given the vehicle’s age and usage pattern.
MOT Test History Overview

Our records for this Piaggio Vespa Douglas (H224 BDV) from 1990 show a total of 4 MOT tests between September 2021 and March 2025.

With 3 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 75%. While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

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ADVISORY