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FSJ 459

1997 Lambretta Li

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

625 mi
Last recorded625 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Lambretta Li4,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSJ 459
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 625 miles

Front hub back plate slight free play

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

Seat don't catch down.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 384 miles

Seat don't catch down.

Slight free play front hub back plate.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 396 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

seat does not catch down.

Pass 24 Aug 2012 498 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 498 miles
Fail 30 May 2009 498 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front suspension assembly component missing (2.3.1)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 494 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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FSJ 459 is a 1997 Lambretta Li in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.8% with a typical mileage of 4,342 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 FSJ 459, 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 29 years old, this Lambretta Li is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FSJ 459 registered?

FSJ 459 is a 1997 Lambretta Li, first registered on 5 September 1997.

Is FSJ 459 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSJ 459 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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