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ECD 418C

1998 Lambretta Li

Red Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

20 mi
Last recorded20 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Lambretta Li10,033 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECD 418C
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 20 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 5 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 5 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 948 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 948 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 870 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 775 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 775 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Handlebar mounting so insecure that steering is adversely affected (2.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 719 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 558 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 542 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 454 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 275 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 149 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 149 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 144 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 137 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 127 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 65 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 6 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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ECD 418C is a 1998 Lambretta Li in Red with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.0% with a typical mileage of 10,033 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 Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECD 418C, 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 28 years old, this Lambretta Li is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECD 418C registered?

ECD 418C is a 1998 Lambretta Li, first registered on 3 April 1998.

Is ECD 418C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECD 418C shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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