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BHE 979B

1998 Lambretta Li

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,831 mi
Last recorded36,831 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Lambretta Li10,033 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHE 979B
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 36,831 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 36,801 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 36,801 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2015 36,757 miles

seat has no rear catch but is secure on front mount

Pass 13 Jun 2014 36,546 miles

exhaust clamp loose but exhaust secure

seat has no catch but is secure on the front mountings

Pass 10 Jun 2013 36,371 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 35,535 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 35,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 34,621 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 34,160 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 34,149 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2008 34,025 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 33,889 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2005 33,604 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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BHE 979B is a 1998 Lambretta Li in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 10,033 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 Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHE 979B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 28 years old, this Lambretta Li is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHE 979B registered?

BHE 979B is a 1998 Lambretta Li, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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