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P461 OVM

1997 Lambretta GP200

Bronze Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

22,332 mi
Last recorded22,332 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Lambretta GP2003,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP461 OVM
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1997
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 22,332 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2024 21,640 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 20,707 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 May 2022 20,189 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 20,189 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 19,955 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 19,204 miles

Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 19,097 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 16,973 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 14,918 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 13,407 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 12,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Aug 2008 10,923 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 10,923 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 7,676 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 5,760 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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P461 OVM is a 1997 Lambretta GP200 in Bronze with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 3,772 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P461 OVM, 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 29 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was P461 OVM registered?

P461 OVM is a 1997 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P461 OVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P461 OVM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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