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BKU 42B

2000 Lambretta Special

Grey Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2020
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

249 mi
Last recorded249 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2019
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKU 42B
MakeLambretta
ModelSpecial
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2019 249 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 249 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2017 247 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 247 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 223 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2016 223 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Rear Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 171 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 171 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.D1c)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Fail 3 Apr 2014 84 miles

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

Front wheel has a missing wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 84 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 84 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 84 miles

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

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 9 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 9 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 283 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 283 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 2 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 2 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 36,994 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 36,994 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Special?

Based on 1,015 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 4
Riders seat insecure 3
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BKU 42B is a 2000 Lambretta Special in Grey with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

The most common reason a Lambretta Special fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKU 42B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Special typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 26 years old, this Lambretta Special is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BKU 42B registered?

BKU 42B is a 2000 Lambretta Special, first registered on 6 April 2000.

Is BKU 42B safe to buy?

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