Lambretta GP150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lambretta GP150 car check
Is the Lambretta GP150 reliable? We analysed 12,975 real MOT tests across 1,751 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta GP150 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, steering headbearing has excessive free play and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lambretta GP150.
Lambretta GP150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta GP150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta GP150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta GP150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta GP150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta GP150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta GP150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta GP150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta GP150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta GP150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 71 | 88.7% | 7 | 38 | 1,751 |
| 2016 | 151 | 89.4% | 15 | 389 | 1,950 |
| 2015 | 186 | 88.2% | 153 | 702 | 3,250 |
| 2014 | 177 | 91.0% | 66 | 679 | 2,672 |
| 2013 | 257 | 89.1% | 169 | 732 | 2,252 |
| 2012 | 235 | 89.8% | 118 | 873 | 2,466 |
| 2011 | 243 | 90.9% | 171 | 766 | 2,730 |
| 2010 | 349 | 89.7% | 104 | 679 | 2,360 |
| 2009 | 506 | 88.1% | 310 | 1,299 | 3,027 |
| 2008 | 512 | 87.5% | 327 | 1,177 | 3,143 |
| 2007 | 741 | 89.3% | 316 | 1,259 | 3,055 |
| 2006 | 1,290 | 88.4% | 483 | 1,595 | 4,342 |
| 2005 | 1,579 | 87.1% | 651 | 1,775 | 4,622 |
| 2004 | 850 | 89.8% | 861 | 2,851 | 10,924 |
| 2003 | 312 | 90.1% | 735 | 3,111 | 8,729 |
| 2002 | 197 | 91.9% | 2,381 | 7,239 | 14,886 |
| 2001 | 60 | 85.0% | 998 | 7,112 | 24,062 |
| 2000 | 128 | 86.7% | 1,986 | 7,945 | 18,338 |
| 1999 | 110 | 90.9% | 2,926 | 20,146 | 38,898 |
| 1997 | 81 | 88.9% | 1,295 | 6,224 | 16,500 |
How Long Does a Lambretta GP150 Last?
Based on 1,751 Lambretta GP150 vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta GP150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta GP150 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Lambretta GP150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
97.1% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
85.0% MOT pass rate from 60 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta GP150 is 1968, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.1% across 68 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta GP150 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta GP150 THIS CAR | 89.0% | 12,975 | 1,758 mi | 66 yrs |
| Lambretta GP200 | 89.3% | 20,062 | 2,269 mi | 59 yrs |
| Lambretta LI125 | 88.9% | 16,544 | 2,774 mi | 67 yrs |
| Lambretta LI150 | 90% | 14,980 | 3,032 mi | 68 yrs |
| Ford Focus St-line Edition MHEV | 89.5% | 11,512 | 29,000 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI125 (88.9% pass rate), the Lambretta GP150 sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lambretta GP150Should you buy a used Lambretta GP150?
The Lambretta GP150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.0% across 12,975 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 Lambretta GP150 are headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (106 recorded failures), steering headbearing has excessive free play (93), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (85). 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 Lambretta GP150 owner drives around 240 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.
In terms of longevity, most Lambretta GP150 models stay on UK roads for around 66 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.