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NBU 125E

1998 Lambretta LI125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,863 mi
Last recorded2,863 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1998 Lambretta LI1253,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNBU 125E
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 2,863 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 2,515 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 1,618 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 556 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 519 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 375 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 375 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2008 21,510 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 20,923 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 20,923 miles

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

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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NBU 125E is a 1998 Lambretta LI125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 3,751 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 NBU 125E, 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 28 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NBU 125E?

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What year was NBU 125E registered?

NBU 125E is a 1998 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is NBU 125E safe to buy?

The MOT history for NBU 125E shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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