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LHJ 171W

1981 Lambretta GP200

Orange Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

849 mi
Last recorded849 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1981 Lambretta GP2002,356 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLHJ 171W
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 849 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Aug 2016 846 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 835 miles

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 733 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 410 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 76 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 48 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2011 48 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 16 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 16 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2005 3 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP200?

Based on 20,062 MOT tests across 2,337 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
2,337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 129
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 127
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 117
Headlamp aim too high 105
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 99
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LHJ 171W is a 1981 Lambretta GP200 in Orange with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1981 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 2,356 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 GP200 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 129 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LHJ 171W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP200 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 45 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LHJ 171W registered?

LHJ 171W is a 1981 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is LHJ 171W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LHJ 171W shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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