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LYC 163L

1971 Lambretta LI125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,365 mi
Last recorded7,365 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2013
Typical for 1971 Lambretta LI1252,013 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLYC 163L
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2013 7,365 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 4,834 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 4,652 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2010 4,620 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Fail 11 Apr 2010 4,613 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2008 4,470 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 4,340 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 30 Jul 2006 3,808 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2006 3,776 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

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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LYC 163L is a 1971 Lambretta LI125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1971 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 2,013 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 LYC 163L, 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 55 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LYC 163L registered?

LYC 163L is a 1971 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is LYC 163L safe to buy?

The MOT history for LYC 163L shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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