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GHL 223V

1980 Lambretta GP125

Purple Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,099 mi
Last recorded6,099 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1980 Lambretta GP1251,583 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGHL 223V
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1980
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 6,099 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 6,099 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 5,235 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 4,574 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 4,410 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 4,277 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 3,652 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 3,024 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 3,024 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 2,509 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 18,062 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 15,497 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 1,016 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 735 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 5 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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GHL 223V is a 1980 Lambretta GP125 in Purple with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1980 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 1,583 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GHL 223V, 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 46 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GHL 223V registered?

GHL 223V is a 1980 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is GHL 223V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GHL 223V shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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