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E291 BAL

1987 Lambretta Gp

Orange Petrol 186cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

6,333 mi
Last recorded6,333 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE291 BAL
MakeLambretta
ModelGp
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine186cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 6,333 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 6,122 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 6,122 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 5,872 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2023 5,872 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 5,581 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 5,581 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 5,016 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 4,711 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 4,513 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 4,366 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 3,437 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 2,655 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 2,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 May 2010 1,966 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 43 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Gp?

Based on 5,088 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
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E291 BAL is a 1987 Lambretta Gp in Orange with a 186cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

The most common reason a Lambretta Gp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E291 BAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Gp typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 39 years old, this Lambretta Gp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E291 BAL registered?

E291 BAL is a 1987 Lambretta Gp, first registered on 16 November 1987.

Is E291 BAL safe to buy?

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