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BFL 246B

1997 Lambretta LI125

White Petrol 185cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

311 mi
Last recorded311 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Lambretta LI1253,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFL 246B
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine185cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 311 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 54 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 7,237 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 7,195 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 7,195 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 7,195 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 7,195 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 7,195 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 7,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Fail 4 Jan 2008 7,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 7,195 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2007 7,195 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

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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BFL 246B is a 1997 Lambretta LI125 in White with a 185cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 3,715 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 BFL 246B, 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 29 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BFL 246B registered?

BFL 246B is a 1997 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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