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B896 SAJ

1985 Lambretta GP150

Black Petrol 148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

1,986 mi
Last recorded1,986 miles
Recorded on21 May 2011
Typical for 1985 Lambretta GP1501,216 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB896 SAJ
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2011 1,986 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn has slight interference when lights used ; still loud

Tester has noted travel on rear brake lever

Pass 21 May 2010 1,617 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 1,029 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 1,029 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Front Brake lever is inoperative (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Jun 2007 896 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 450 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2005 449 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

dipp and main beam effect operation of horn

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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B896 SAJ is a 1985 Lambretta GP150 in Black with a 148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B896 SAJ, 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 B896 SAJ registered?

B896 SAJ is a 1985 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 31 December 1985.

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The MOT history for B896 SAJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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