1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vespa models manufactured in 1990, based on 51 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa MOT Analysis
The 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa has an MOT pass rate of 64.7% based on 51 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,598 miles on the odometer. With a 35.3% failure rate, the 1990 Vespa is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 3.9% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle suspension is the second most common issue at 3.9%. Motorcycle wheels follows at 3.9%.
Top failures specific to 1990 models only. The overall Vespa page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors | 3.9% | 2 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Suspension | 3.9% | 2 |
| 3 | Motorcycle Wheels | 3.9% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 14,598 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 lamps and reflectors | 2.69 | 3.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle suspension | 2.69 | 3.9% | 2 |
| Motorcycle wheels | 2.69 | 3.9% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa has an MOT pass rate of 64.7% based on 51 tests — around the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 14,598 miles on the odometer. With a 35.3% failure rate, the 1990 Vespa is rated as "Average" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa, budget for potential repairs before each MOT. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 14,598 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 3.9% of failures
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 3.9% of MOT failures on 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Motorcycle suspension — 3.9% of failures
Motorcycle suspension issues account for 3.9% of MOT failures on 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa 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 wheels — 3.9% of failures
Motorcycle wheels issues account for 3.9% of MOT failures on 1990 Vespa (douglas) Vespa models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.