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OFP 524W

1981 Lambretta GP125

Gold Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

714 mi
Last recorded714 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Lambretta GP125801 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFP 524W
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1981
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2020 714 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 705 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 499 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2016 499 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2015 398 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 398 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Plate brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.B2b)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 3 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 686 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2012 686 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Fail 9 Aug 2007 346 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 346 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 320 miles

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Steering headbearing has excessive 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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OFP 524W is a 1981 Lambretta GP125 in Gold with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1981 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.3% with a typical mileage of 801 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 GP125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OFP 524W, 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 45 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OFP 524W registered?

OFP 524W is a 1981 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 20 February 1981.

Is OFP 524W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFP 524W shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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