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B170 FTU

1985 Lambretta GP150

White Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

2,539 mi
Last recorded2,539 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Lambretta GP1501,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB170 FTU
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 2,539 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 267 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 186 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2023 184 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2022 81 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 59 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 53 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 49 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 10 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP150?

Based on 12,975 MOT tests across 1,751 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 106
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 93
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Headlamp aim too high 73
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B170 FTU is a 1985 Lambretta GP150 in White with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1985 Lambretta GP150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 1,216 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 GP150 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B170 FTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP150 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 41 years old, this Lambretta GP150 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B170 FTU registered?

B170 FTU is a 1985 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 15 January 1985.

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The MOT history for B170 FTU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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