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E514 HFG

1987 Lambretta Li

Cream Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,869 mi
Last recorded1,869 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE514 HFG
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1987
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2024 1,869 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 1,870 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 1,869 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 1,828 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 1,824 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 1,780 miles

no direction indicators fitted(daytime use only)

Pass 12 May 2017 1,706 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 1,559 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 1,453 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 1,451 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 13 May 2014 350 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 330 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 328 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 12 May 2009 324 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 3 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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E514 HFG is a 1987 Lambretta Li in Cream with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Lambretta Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E514 HFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 39 years old, this Lambretta Li is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E514 HFG registered?

E514 HFG is a 1987 Lambretta Li, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is E514 HFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for E514 HFG shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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