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BPO 833W

1981 Lambretta GP125

Yellow Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

2,107 mi
Last recorded2,107 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 1981 Lambretta GP125801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPO 833W
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 2,107 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 2,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Mar 2018

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2017

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 2,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 12 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 10 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

No lights fitted at time of test

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 3,494 miles

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear sidepanel missing

Fail 6 Mar 2010 3,484 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

rear sidepanel missing

Pass 28 Feb 2009 2,704 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP125?

Based on 12,466 MOT tests across 1,698 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
256
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
1,698
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%. 85
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 84
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 77
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 74
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BPO 833W is a 1981 Lambretta GP125 in Yellow with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1981 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 801 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 GP125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BPO 833W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 45 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPO 833W registered?

BPO 833W is a 1981 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BPO 833W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPO 833W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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