Vespa (douglas) P200E

Green · Petrol · 1996 · 198 cc

P640 MLHMOT history

P640 MLH is a green petrol Vespa (douglas) P200E first used on 21 Aug 1996. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 34,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2024
Mileage
34,796 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P640 MLH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vespa (douglas)
Model
P200E
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
198 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
21 Aug 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

P640 MLH was last recorded at 34,796 miles on 31 Aug 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Dec 2010: 27,828 miles, lower than 36,979 miles on 2 Oct 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
34,794 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 34,796 miles
  • 2022 – 34,794 miles
  • 2021 – 34,794 miles
  • 2020 – 34,666 miles
  • 2019 – 34,186 miles
  • 2018 – 33,437 miles
  • 2017 – 32,772 miles
  • 2015 – 31,770 miles
  • 2014 – 30,884 miles
  • 2012 – 28,893 miles
  • 2010 – 27,828 miles
  • 2009 – 36,979 miles
  • 2008 – 25,847 miles
  • 2007 – 2,417 miles
  • 2006 – 22,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,796 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper rear shock mount area and foot boards (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork pivot pin and bush.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Horn not working properly

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,796 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    34,796 miles
    Test number
    170680097950
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper rear shock mount area and foot boards (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail34,794 miles5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,794 miles
    Test number
    642375242995
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Suspension component ball joint excessively worn lower pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit and slight cracking all over. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Near rear shock mount and foot boards. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass34,794 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    34,794 miles
    Test number
    227478643788
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective Lens loose and tape round head set. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Cracking between tread
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fork pin bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General rusty all over scooter. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass34,794 miles (+128)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,794 miles
    Test number
    197402245556
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective tape on (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fork link pin/bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty all over floor board, mudguard and rear of body (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass34,666 miles (+480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,666 miles
    Test number
    262342171235
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracking generally (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMotorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced round rear shock mount and generally all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork link bush/pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass34,186 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    34,186 miles
    Test number
    926929178207
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork pivot pin and bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Fail34,184 miles (+747)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,184 miles
    Test number
    655154293873
    • MajorRear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRoller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork pivot pin and bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced shock mounting area. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass33,437 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    33,437 miles
    Test number
    469123178593
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail33,431 miles (+659)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,431 miles
    Test number
    691266603793
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested no high or dip beam (4.1.2 (b))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement fork pin (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass32,772 miles (+1,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,772 miles
    Test number
    755536641082
    • AdvisoryFork link bearing slight free play

  11. Pass31,770 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,770 miles
    Test number
    294953814045
    • AdvisoryFront tyre cracking between tread.
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members link bearings slight free play. (2.3.4)

  12. Fail31,768 miles (+884)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,768 miles
    Test number
    718829281101
    • FailureHeadlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre cracking between tread.
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members link bearings slight free play. (2.3.4)

  13. Pass30,884 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,884 miles
    Test number
    168350194120
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  14. Pass29,746 km (+853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,746 km
    Test number
    696909383115
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

  15. Pass28,893 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    28,893 km
    Test number
    806909112051
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

  16. Fail28,893 miles (+1,065)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,893 miles
    Test number
    947098012031
    • FailureRear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

  17. Pass27,828 miles (-9,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,828 miles
    Test number
    144393040336
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

  18. Pass36,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    36,979 miles
    Test number
    412265779261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail26,978 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,978 km
    Test number
    322644579235
    • FailureFront Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
    • FailureFront wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

  20. Pass25,847 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    25,847 miles
    Test number
    963556878209
    • AdvisorySteering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

  21. Fail25,832 miles (+23,415)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,832 miles
    Test number
    352128168222
    • FailureExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
    • FailureStop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

  22. Pass2,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    2,417 miles
    Test number
    374000597212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,167 miles (+2,090)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,167 miles
    Test number
    511540897213
    • FailureFront Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.6)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • FailureRear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

  24. Pass22,077 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,077 miles
    Test number
    472073416219
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Questions about P640 MLH

Does P640 MLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P640 MLH expired on 30 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P640 MLH?
The MOT on P640 MLH expired on 30 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P640 MLH done?
P640 MLH was recorded at 34,796 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2023, an average of 745 miles a year.
Has P640 MLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P640 MLH has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on P640 MLH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Dec 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on P640 MLH find?
P640 MLH passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: rear motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced upper rear shock mount area and foot boards; rear wheel corroded but not to excess.

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