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ACK 516A

2005 Lambretta Special

Silver Petrol 148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

5,730 mi
Last recorded5,730 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Lambretta Special2,768 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACK 516A
MakeLambretta
ModelSpecial
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine148cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2017 5,730 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 5,215 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2016 5,215 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 4,375 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 3,608 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 3,043 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 2,298 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 1,618 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering linkage has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 837 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 164 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 75,419 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 74,896 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 74,635 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 74,635 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Special?

Based on 1,015 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 4
Riders seat insecure 3
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ACK 516A is a 2005 Lambretta Special in Silver with a 148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Lambretta Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 2,768 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 Special fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACK 516A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Special typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 21 years old, this Lambretta Special is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ACK 516A registered?

ACK 516A is a 2005 Lambretta Special, first registered on 8 July 2005.

Is ACK 516A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACK 516A shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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