CarVerify

Free Car Check

GRT 578J

1971 Lambretta GP150

White Petrol 148cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,973 mi
Last recorded2,973 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2009
Typical for 1971 Lambretta GP1505,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Lambretta
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGRT 578J
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine148cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2009 2,973 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 2,916 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 2,908 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2007 2,897 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP150?

Based on 12,975 MOT tests across 1,751 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 106
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 93
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Headlamp aim too high 73
Full Lambretta GP150 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GRT 578J is a 1971 Lambretta GP150 in White with a 148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Lambretta GP150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 5,840 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 GP150 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GRT 578J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP150 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 55 years old, this Lambretta GP150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GRT 578J?

You can check the full history of GRT 578J by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GRT 578J registered?

GRT 578J is a 1971 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 22 April 1971.

Is GRT 578J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GRT 578J shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GRT 578J have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GRT 578J. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.