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ABH 185C

1997 Lambretta LI150

White Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,822 mi
Last recorded1,822 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Lambretta LI15012,882 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 185C
MakeLambretta
ModelLI150
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 1,822 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 1,821 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 1,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 1,686 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 1,619 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 1,513 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2014 1,497 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 1,379 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 1,379 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 4 May 2012 1,290 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 1,290 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 20 Apr 2011 1,271 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 1,271 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 1,223 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Fail 13 Apr 2010 1,222 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 1,166 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 1,166 miles

Front suspension assembly component loose (2.3.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 993 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 725 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 81,015 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI150?

Based on 14,980 MOT tests across 2,643 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
2,643
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 105
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 98
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 85
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 78
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ABH 185C is a 1997 Lambretta LI150 in White with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta LI150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 12,882 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 LI150 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ABH 185C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI150 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 29 years old, this Lambretta LI150 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ABH 185C registered?

ABH 185C is a 1997 Lambretta LI150, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is ABH 185C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ABH 185C shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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