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ETL 56C

2004 Lambretta Li

Maroon Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

4,479 mi
Last recorded4,479 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 2004 Lambretta Li4,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationETL 56C
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 4,479 miles

lights covered

Pass 8 Sep 2018 4,138 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2018 4,114 miles

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

Tyre designed for front wheel use fitted to the rear wheel (5.2.3 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 3,689 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2017 3,687 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 3,081 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 2,518 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 2,506 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2014 1,755 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 720 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Aug 2013 707 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2012 1,699 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 7 Aug 2012 1,699 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 1,376 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 1,285 miles

bolt missing from silencer mounting but still secure

Pass 12 Nov 2008 650 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 6 Oct 2007 122 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 39 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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ETL 56C is a 2004 Lambretta Li in Maroon with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 4,051 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 ETL 56C, 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 22 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 ETL 56C registered?

ETL 56C is a 2004 Lambretta Li, first registered on 17 November 2004.

Is ETL 56C safe to buy?

The MOT history for ETL 56C shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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