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OSJ 382

1998 Lambretta LI125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

3,315 mi
Last recorded3,315 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Lambretta LI1253,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSJ 382
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 3,315 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 2,909 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 1,850 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2020 1,833 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 1,833 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2018 1,833 miles

Front Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 1,228 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 1,143 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 713 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 4 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

steering stops worn

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 7 Nov 2013 4 miles

steering stops worn

throttle slightly stiff

Pass 30 Jul 2012 3,868 miles

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Pass 10 Jul 2011 2,931 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 2,199 miles

Front Brake cable outer casing slightly damaged (3.2.A1b)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 22 Jul 2009 2 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 2 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 8,630 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 8,690 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2007 8,690 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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 loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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

Front 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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OSJ 382 is a 1998 Lambretta LI125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OSJ 382, 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

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What year was OSJ 382 registered?

OSJ 382 is a 1998 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 26 June 1998.

Is OSJ 382 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSJ 382 shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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