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BHE 938B

1997 Lambretta LI150

Gold Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

39,788 mi
Last recorded39,788 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2013
Typical for 1997 Lambretta LI15012,882 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHE 938B
MakeLambretta
ModelLI150
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2013 39,788 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 39,591 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 39,121 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 38,604 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2009 38,604 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Fail 30 May 2009 38,412 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 24 May 2008 37,937 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 37,289 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,331 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 36,331 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI150?

Based on 14,980 MOT tests across 2,643 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
2,643
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%. 105
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 98
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 85
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 78
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BHE 938B is a 1997 Lambretta LI150 in Gold with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta LI150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 12,882 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 LI150 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHE 938B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI150 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 29 years old, this Lambretta LI150 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHE 938B registered?

BHE 938B is a 1997 Lambretta LI150, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is BHE 938B safe to buy?

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