Lambretta Li 150 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lambretta Li 150 car check
Is the Lambretta Li 150 reliable? We analysed 6,088 real MOT tests across 993 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta Li 150 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and steering headbearing has excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lambretta Li 150.
Lambretta Li 150 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta Li 150. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta Li 150 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta Li 150 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta Li 150 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta Li 150 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta Li 150 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta Li 150 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta Li 150 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta Li 150 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 77 | 96.1% | 47 | 908 | 11,847 |
| 2014 | 92 | 85.9% | 80 | 796 | 2,058 |
| 2013 | 109 | 93.6% | 166 | 2,442 | 16,490 |
| 2012 | 95 | 90.5% | 266 | 1,603 | 4,476 |
| 2011 | 100 | 81.0% | 123 | 793 | 7,035 |
| 2010 | 81 | 90.1% | 102 | 869 | 1,551 |
| 2009 | 221 | 90.0% | 266 | 1,070 | 3,527 |
| 2008 | 184 | 89.1% | 192 | 930 | 11,290 |
| 2007 | 323 | 90.4% | 607 | 2,231 | 17,446 |
| 2006 | 274 | 91.6% | 1,633 | 4,783 | 15,788 |
| 2005 | 304 | 87.8% | 1,063 | 2,603 | 19,959 |
| 2004 | 333 | 92.2% | 1,510 | 5,572 | 25,001 |
| 2003 | 314 | 89.2% | 1,515 | 9,969 | 24,435 |
| 2002 | 178 | 90.4% | 566 | 1,827 | 6,674 |
| 2001 | 188 | 88.8% | 946 | 10,308 | 22,917 |
| 2000 | 131 | 89.3% | 2,766 | 8,264 | 21,301 |
| 1999 | 158 | 88.6% | 1,110 | 2,813 | 21,199 |
| 1998 | 135 | 86.7% | 527 | 5,796 | 22,710 |
| 1997 | 95 | 92.6% | 460 | 2,847 | 20,480 |
| 1996 | 61 | 88.5% | 723 | 2,176 | 6,668 |
How Long Does a Lambretta Li 150 Last?
Based on 993 Lambretta Li 150 vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta Li 150 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta Li 150 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 Li 150
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
96.6% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
81.0% MOT pass rate from 100 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta Li 150 is 1967, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 96.6% across 58 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 81.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta Li 150 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta Li 150 THIS CAR | 89.6% | 6,088 | 2,738 mi | 67 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 |
| Honda CB450 | 81.6% | 4,580 | 26,706 mi | 60 yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI125 (88.9% pass rate), the Lambretta Li 150 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Lambretta Li 150 has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% across 6,088 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 Li 150 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (53 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (39), and steering headbearing has excessive free play (36). 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 Li 150 owner drives around 226 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 Li 150 models stay on UK roads for around 67 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.