Lambretta Special Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Lambretta Special reliable? We analysed 1,015 real MOT tests across 122 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta Special 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%., steering headbearing has excessive free play and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lambretta Special.
Lambretta Special Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta Special. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta Special MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta Special to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta Special Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta Special fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta Special Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta Special owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta Special MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta Special year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 68 | 83.8% | 487 | 1,046 | 3,089 |
| 2006 | 54 | 88.9% | 170 | 1,046 | 3,450 |
| 2005 | 92 | 89.1% | 897 | 2,768 | 8,191 |
| 2002 | 67 | 91.0% | 1,306 | 5,661 | 18,788 |
| 2001 | 64 | 85.9% | 707 | 1,921 | 16,010 |
| 1966 | 75 | 92.0% | 262 | 1,075 | 7,342 |
How Long Does a Lambretta Special Last?
Based on 122 Lambretta Special vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta Special Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta Special 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 Special
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.0% MOT pass rate from 75 tests
83.8% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta Special is 1966, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.0% across 75 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta Special Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta Special THIS CAR | 88.1% | 1,015 | 2,448 mi | 60 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 Tourneo Connect Titnium Eblu A | 83.5% | 855 | 21,814 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI125 (88.9% pass rate), the Lambretta Special trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Lambretta Special has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 1,015 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 Special are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (8 recorded failures), steering headbearing has excessive free play (7), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5). 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 Special owner drives around 215 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 Special models stay on UK roads for around 60 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.