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ESL 242

2000 Lambretta GP125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,840 mi
Last recorded17,840 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Lambretta GP1254,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationESL 242
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 17,840 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 14,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Seat split

Pass 6 Apr 2013 11,716 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 8,144 miles

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Apr 2012 8,126 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Upper Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 5,630 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 2,874 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 267 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 16,200 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 13,642 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 13,625 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

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

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 11,330 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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ESL 242 is a 2000 Lambretta GP125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 4,870 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 ESL 242, 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 26 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was ESL 242 registered?

ESL 242 is a 2000 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is ESL 242 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ESL 242 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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