1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 125 models manufactured in 1987, based on 64 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 MOT Analysis
The 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 has an MOT pass rate of 79.7% based on 64 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 21,410 miles on the odometer. With a 20.3% failure rate, the 1987 125 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 is Motorcycle lighting and signalling, responsible for 3.1% of failures. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle steering and suspension is the second most common issue at 3.1%. Motorcycle tyres and wheels follows at 1.6%.
Top failures specific to 1987 models only. The overall 125 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling | 3.1% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Steering And Suspension | 3.1% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels | 1.6% | 1 |
| 4 | Identification Of The Vehicle | 1.6% | 1 |
| 5 | Motorcycle Driving Controls | 1.6% | 1 |
| 6 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 21,410 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle lighting and signalling | 1.46 | 3.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle steering and suspension | 1.46 | 3.1% | 2 |
| Motorcycle tyres and wheels | 0.73 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Identification of the vehicle | 0.73 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle driving controls | 0.73 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle lamps and reflectors | 0.73 | 1.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 has an MOT pass rate of 79.7% based on 64 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 21,410 miles on the odometer. With a 20.3% failure rate, the 1987 125 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lighting and signalling: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 21,410 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 3.1% of failures
Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 3.1% of MOT failures on 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 models. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle steering and suspension — 3.1% of failures
Motorcycle steering and suspension issues account for 3.1% of MOT failures on 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Motorcycle tyres and wheels — 1.6% of failures
Motorcycle tyres and wheels issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1987 Vespa (douglas) 125 models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.