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B421 VLJ

1985 Lambretta Gp

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,067 mi
Last recorded1,067 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1985 Lambretta Gp1,056 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB421 VLJ
MakeLambretta
ModelGp
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 1,067 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 1,054 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 726 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 652 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 427 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 159 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2008 159 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Gp?

Based on 5,088 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
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B421 VLJ is a 1985 Lambretta Gp in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1985 Lambretta Gp models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 1,056 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lambretta Gp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B421 VLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Gp typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 41 years old, this Lambretta Gp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B421 VLJ?

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What year was B421 VLJ registered?

B421 VLJ is a 1985 Lambretta Gp, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B421 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B421 VLJ 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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