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BSL 508

1960 Lambretta LI125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

3,430 mi
Last recorded3,430 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 1960 Lambretta LI1253,965 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBSL 508
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1960
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 3,430 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 3,268 miles

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 3,192 miles

Central Front Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2022 3,111 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Lower Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 2,747 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Central Rear Lower Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 2,468 miles

Central Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 1,867 miles

Offside Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 1,708 miles

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively engine mount (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Jan 2017 1,447 miles

Central Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 1,180 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2015 858 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 278 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 101 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 24,247 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2012 24,242 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

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

Fail 6 Nov 2010 24,063 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 24,063 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 23,802 miles

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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BSL 508 is a 1960 Lambretta LI125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1960 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 3,965 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BSL 508, 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 66 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BSL 508 registered?

BSL 508 is a 1960 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 31 December 1960.

Is BSL 508 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BSL 508 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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