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GPV 117C

1998 Lambretta LI125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

36,495 mi
Last recorded36,495 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Lambretta LI1253,751 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 117C
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 36,495 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 36,393 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 6,381 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 6,249 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 6,073 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Aug 2013 6,073 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 5,847 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2011 5,322 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2010 4,960 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 6 Jul 2010 4,943 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Rear Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

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

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn (1.3.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 4,799 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 3,930 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 1,143 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI125?

Based on 16,544 MOT tests across 2,750 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
2,750
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 122
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 114
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 103
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 84
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GPV 117C is a 1998 Lambretta LI125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 3,751 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 LI125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GPV 117C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI125 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 28 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GPV 117C registered?

GPV 117C is a 1998 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 13 July 1998.

Is GPV 117C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 117C shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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