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BWY 654S

1978 Lambretta GP150

Orange Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP1501,761 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWY 654S
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2022
Fail 14 Oct 2022 374 miles

Front Shock absorber missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2021 173 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 4,511 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 4,358 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 4,185 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 3,916 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 3,647 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 3,169 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 2,961 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 2,174 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 1,802 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 1,761 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,688 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 1,687 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 1,687 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 1,636 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 724 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP150?

Based on 12,975 MOT tests across 1,751 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 106
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 93
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Headlamp aim too high 73
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BWY 654S is a 1978 Lambretta GP150 in Orange with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1978 Lambretta GP150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 1,761 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lambretta GP150 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BWY 654S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP150 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Lambretta GP150 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BWY 654S registered?

BWY 654S is a 1978 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is BWY 654S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWY 654S shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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