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AOT 979A

1996 Lambretta LI125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,257 mi
Last recorded12,257 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Lambretta LI1258,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAOT 979A
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 12,257 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 12,126 miles

Age cracks front and rear tyres

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2013 11,684 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 11,684 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 10,442 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2010 6,504 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2010 6,504 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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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AOT 979A is a 1996 Lambretta LI125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 8,051 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 AOT 979A, 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 30 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AOT 979A registered?

AOT 979A is a 1996 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 6 August 1996.

Is AOT 979A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AOT 979A shows 7 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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