Lambretta LD150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lambretta LD150 car check
Is the Lambretta LD150 reliable? We analysed 395 real MOT tests across 138 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta LD150 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 position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lambretta LD150.
Lambretta LD150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta LD150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta LD150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta LD150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta LD150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta LD150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta LD150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta LD150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta LD150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta LD150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1958 | 78 | 85.9% | 4,872 | 7,275 | 16,315 |
| 1957 | 73 | 90.4% | 4,331 | 15,891 | 24,578 |
| 1956 | 69 | 92.8% | 8,083 | 25,128 | 35,472 |
How Long Does a Lambretta LD150 Last?
Based on 138 Lambretta LD150 vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta LD150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta LD150 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 LD150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.8% MOT pass rate from 69 tests
85.9% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta LD150 is 1956, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 69 tests. The 1958 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta LD150 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta LD150 THIS CAR | 89.9% | 395 | 15,713 mi | 70 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 |
| Volvo XC60 Inscription Pro B5 MHEV A | 89.8% | 402 | 32,032 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI125 (88.9% pass rate), the Lambretta LD150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Lambretta LD150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.9% across 395 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 LD150 are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (7 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (6), and position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (4). 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 LD150 owner drives around 78 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 LD150 models stay on UK roads for around 70 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.