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D227 SLV

1987 Lambretta GP125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

4,781 mi
Last recorded4,781 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2024
Typical for 1987 Lambretta GP1251,906 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD227 SLV
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2024 4,781 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 4,530 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 3,996 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 3,417 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 2,877 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 2,114 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 1,985 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2017 1,978 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 1,188 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 1,188 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 1,032 miles

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

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

rear brake long pedal

Pass 7 Jan 2014 880 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2005 310 miles

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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D227 SLV is a 1987 Lambretta GP125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1987 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.4% with a typical mileage of 1,906 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 D227 SLV, 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 39 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D227 SLV registered?

D227 SLV is a 1987 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 10 April 1987.

Is D227 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for D227 SLV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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