Lambretta SX 200 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Lambretta SX 200 car check
Is the Lambretta SX 200 reliable? We analysed 825 real MOT tests across 114 vehicles to find out.
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The Lambretta SX 200 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%., headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam and wheel bearings have excessive free play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Lambretta SX 200.
Lambretta SX 200 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Lambretta SX 200. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Lambretta SX 200 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Lambretta SX 200 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Lambretta SX 200 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Lambretta SX 200 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Lambretta SX 200 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Lambretta SX 200 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Lambretta SX 200 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Lambretta SX 200 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 82 | 89.0% | 1,191 | 2,632 | 35,005 |
| 1998 | 53 | 92.5% | 516 | 1,671 | 5,054 |
| 1968 | 53 | 98.1% | 2,051 | 3,405 | 8,671 |
| 1966 | 128 | 90.6% | 945 | 3,357 | 7,482 |
How Long Does a Lambretta SX 200 Last?
Based on 114 Lambretta SX 200 vehicles on UK roads.
Lambretta SX 200 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Lambretta SX 200 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 SX 200
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
98.1% MOT pass rate from 53 tests
89.0% MOT pass rate from 82 tests
The best year to buy a used Lambretta SX 200 is 1968, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 98.1% across 53 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 89.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Lambretta SX 200 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lambretta SX 200 THIS CAR | 91.9% | 825 | 2,571 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 |
| Honda Cbf 600 Sa-a | 90.1% | 1,183 | 17,589 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Lambretta GP200 (89.3% pass rate) and the Lambretta LI125 (88.9% pass rate), the Lambretta SX 200 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Lambretta SX 200Should you buy a used Lambretta SX 200?
The Lambretta SX 200 has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.9% across 825 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 SX 200 are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (4 recorded failures), headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (4), and wheel bearings have excessive free play (3). 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 SX 200 owner drives around 266 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 SX 200 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.