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B173 XRJ

1985 Lambretta GP125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

51 mi
Last recorded51 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Lambretta GP1251,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB173 XRJ
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 51 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 31 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 5,755 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 5,755 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 5,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 8,886 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 8,886 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2018 8,814 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 8,795 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 8,795 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 May 2016 5,755 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 879 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 879 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 48,824 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 5,755 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 5,755 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 48,665 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP125?

Based on 12,466 MOT tests across 1,698 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
256
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
1,698
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%. 85
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 84
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 77
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 74
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B173 XRJ is a 1985 Lambretta GP125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 1,454 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 GP125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B173 XRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 41 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was B173 XRJ registered?

B173 XRJ is a 1985 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B173 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B173 XRJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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