Lambretta LI125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lambretta LI125 car check
Is the Lambretta LI125 reliable? We analysed 16,544 real MOT tests across 2,750 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta LI125 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, 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 LI125.
Lambretta LI125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta LI125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta LI125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta LI125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta LI125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta LI125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta LI125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta LI125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta LI125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta LI125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 138 | 94.2% | 13 | 308 | 9,346 |
| 2016 | 214 | 88.3% | 54 | 672 | 14,174 |
| 2015 | 297 | 90.9% | 37 | 579 | 13,272 |
| 2014 | 263 | 88.2% | 244 | 1,032 | 18,522 |
| 2013 | 253 | 88.1% | 202 | 1,936 | 13,194 |
| 2012 | 353 | 91.8% | 181 | 913 | 4,278 |
| 2011 | 370 | 89.7% | 401 | 1,600 | 8,273 |
| 2010 | 355 | 88.7% | 475 | 2,121 | 15,499 |
| 2009 | 541 | 89.1% | 331 | 1,248 | 3,791 |
| 2008 | 721 | 89.2% | 545 | 1,599 | 5,908 |
| 2007 | 623 | 90.9% | 651 | 2,012 | 8,853 |
| 2006 | 754 | 88.6% | 1,034 | 2,885 | 14,921 |
| 2005 | 991 | 89.3% | 659 | 2,984 | 18,160 |
| 2004 | 707 | 88.7% | 1,198 | 4,585 | 19,910 |
| 2003 | 827 | 91.5% | 1,335 | 3,996 | 13,034 |
| 2002 | 817 | 88.6% | 1,635 | 4,847 | 22,099 |
| 2001 | 524 | 89.7% | 1,558 | 8,075 | 25,312 |
| 2000 | 337 | 89.3% | 2,249 | 9,538 | 31,260 |
| 1999 | 327 | 89.3% | 1,448 | 9,328 | 21,335 |
| 1998 | 491 | 86.8% | 1,278 | 3,751 | 9,366 |
How Long Does a Lambretta LI125 Last?
Based on 2,750 Lambretta LI125 vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta LI125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta LI125 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 LI125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.2% MOT pass rate from 138 tests
70.9% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta LI125 is 2017, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.2% across 138 tests. The 1994 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta LI125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta LI125 THIS CAR | 88.9% | 16,544 | 2,774 mi | 67 yrs |
| Lambretta GP200 | 89.3% | 20,062 | 2,269 mi | 59 yrs |
| Lambretta LI150 | 90% | 14,980 | 3,032 mi | 68 yrs |
| Lambretta GP150 | 89% | 12,975 | 1,758 mi | 66 yrs |
| Suzuki SJ410 | 67.7% | 16,216 | 67,016 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI150 (90.0% pass rate), the Lambretta LI125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lambretta LI125Should you buy a used Lambretta LI125?
The Lambretta LI125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.9% across 16,544 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 LI125 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (145 recorded failures), steering headbearing has excessive free play (122), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (114). 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 LI125 owner drives around 241 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 LI125 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.