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FAV 255C

1965 Lambretta Li 150

Blue Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

7,819 mi
Last recorded7,819 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1965 Lambretta Li 1501,412 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAV 255C
MakeLambretta
ModelLi 150
Year1965
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 7,819 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 7,819 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 6,951 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2018 6,951 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Jan 2017 6,427 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2015 5,106 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 3,526 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 1,867 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 4 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 2 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 1,188 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 3,370 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

front tyre wearing out of shape

Pass 29 Apr 2008 1 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 12 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 26 Apr 2008 1 miles

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

Front Brake back plate(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li 150?

Based on 6,088 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

89.6%
Pass Rate
226
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 53
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 39
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 36
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 35
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 31
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FAV 255C is a 1965 Lambretta Li 150 in Blue with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1965 Lambretta Li 150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 1,412 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 150 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 53 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FAV 255C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li 150 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 61 years old, this Lambretta Li 150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FAV 255C registered?

FAV 255C is a 1965 Lambretta Li 150, first registered on 31 July 1965.

Is FAV 255C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAV 255C shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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