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Innocenti Lambretta Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Innocenti Lambretta reliable? We analysed 276 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 276 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
92.8%
Typical Mileage
960mi
Annual Mileage
266mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Innocenti Lambretta is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Innocenti Lambretta.

Innocenti Lambretta Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Innocenti Lambretta. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Innocenti Lambretta Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Innocenti Lambretta fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 2
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 2
Brake back plate(s) insecure 1
Brake cable has a significantly damaged outer casing. 1
Brake drum(s) insecure 1
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 1
Centre Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride 1
Centre Rear Lower Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake 1
Centre Rear Lower Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 1

Innocenti Lambretta Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Innocenti Lambretta owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
114 mi/yr
Typical
266 mi/yr
Average
1,103 mi/yr
Heavy usage
755 mi/yr

How Long Does a Innocenti Lambretta Last?

Based on 111 Innocenti Lambretta vehicles on UK roads.

Average
25.5 years
Median
8.0 years

Innocenti Lambretta Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Innocenti Lambretta MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
960 mi
75th Percentile
7,558 mi
95th Percentile
33,977 mi
Max Recorded
63,860 mi

How Does the Innocenti Lambretta Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Innocenti Lambretta THIS CAR 92.8% 276 960 mi — yrs
Norton 18 95.6% 390 8,670 mi — yrs
Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line Edition + 92.5% 506 24,944 mi — yrs
Dacia Sandero Expression Tce Auto 86.5% 215 18,827 mi — yrs
Zhenhua Unknown 79.6% 450 999 mi 12 yrs

Compared to the Norton 18 (95.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz Gla 200 AMG Line Edition + (92.5% pass rate), the Innocenti Lambretta sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Innocenti Lambretta?

The Innocenti Lambretta has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.8% across 276 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Innocenti Lambretta are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (4 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (2), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Innocenti Lambretta owner drives around 266 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Innocenti Lambretta — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Innocenti Lambretta reliable?
Based on 276 MOT tests, the Innocenti Lambretta has a 92.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Innocenti Lambretta?
The most common MOT failures are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Innocenti Lambretta do per year?
The typical Innocenti Lambretta does around 266 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Innocenti Lambretta last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Innocenti Lambretta?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.