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HBA 493Y

1983 Lambretta GP125

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12 mi
Last recorded12 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2023
Typical for 1983 Lambretta GP1251,134 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 493Y
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1983
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2023 12 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 1,064 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 67 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 2 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 2 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock lock nuts inafective

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 2 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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)

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear shock lock nuts inafective

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 17 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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HBA 493Y is a 1983 Lambretta GP125 in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 1,134 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 HBA 493Y, 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 43 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HBA 493Y registered?

HBA 493Y is a 1983 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HBA 493Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 493Y 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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