Model report · 2005–2025
VESPA (DOUGLAS) TS125
123cc
Petrol
Class 1
82.3%
first-time pass rate
4.8%
failed outright
16,550
median miles at test
62
MOT tests, 2005–2025
What fails on a TS125
failure defects by component group · advisories excluded
| Component group | Share of defects | Defects | % of defects |
|---|---|---|---|
| brakes |
|
2 | 40 |
| lamps and reflectors |
|
1 | 20 |
| steering and suspension |
|
1 | 20 |
| tyres |
|
1 | 20 |
Defects recorded against failed normal tests, 2005–2025, grouped by DVSA inspection section. One test can record multiple defects.
How rivals compare
same type, similar capacity, high test volume
On first-time pass rate the TS125 beats 4 of its 4 closest rivals (PIAGGIO VESPA, PIAGGIO VESPA, HONDA PCX 125).
PIAGGIO
VESPA
80.7% pass · 287k tests
PIAGGIO
VESPA
80.7% pass · 287k tests
HONDA
PCX 125
81.1% pass · 88.6k tests
HONDA
PCX 125
81.1% pass · 88.6k tests
Rivals share this bike's type and sit within ±30% of its engine capacity, ≥ 5,000 tests. Card colour = better/worse first-time pass rate than the TS125.