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538 XUA

1962 Lambretta LI125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

917 mi
Last recorded917 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1962 Lambretta LI1251,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration538 XUA
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 917 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 5,719 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 23 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 43,447 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 31,915 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 38,576 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 38,576 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 14 Jun 2011 37,534 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 37,534 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 35,354 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 19,674 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI125?

Based on 16,544 MOT tests across 2,750 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
2,750
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 122
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 114
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 103
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 84
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538 XUA is a 1962 Lambretta LI125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1962 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 1,858 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lambretta LI125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 538 XUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI125 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 64 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 538 XUA registered?

538 XUA is a 1962 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 31 December 1962.

Is 538 XUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for 538 XUA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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