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LEF 892J

1998 Lambretta LI150

Silver Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,999 mi
Last recorded30,999 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Lambretta LI1505,873 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEF 892J
MakeLambretta
ModelLI150
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 30,999 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 30,999 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 30,099 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 30,099 miles

Rear Tyre fouling another component (5.2.3 (f))

Pass 23 May 2019 300,999 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 May 2019 300,999 miles

Tyre fouling another component contact with crankcase. (5.2.3 (f))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 May 2018 30,099 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 30,099 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 30,999 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 30,099 miles

wear to rear tyre sidewall

Pass 25 Apr 2013 30,999 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 30,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 30,099 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 30,099 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 30,099 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Front Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2008 2,839 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI150?

Based on 14,980 MOT tests across 2,643 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
2,643
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%. 105
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 98
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 85
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 78
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LEF 892J is a 1998 Lambretta LI150 in Silver with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta LI150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.3% with a typical mileage of 5,873 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 LI150 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LEF 892J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI150 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 28 years old, this Lambretta LI150 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LEF 892J registered?

LEF 892J is a 1998 Lambretta LI150, first registered on 10 September 1998.

Is LEF 892J safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEF 892J shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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