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PFO 785

1962 Lambretta Li

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,913 mi
Last recorded24,913 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1962 Lambretta Li2,653 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFO 785
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1962
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 24,913 miles

slight rumble in front wheel bearings

Pass 8 Dec 2016 24,245 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 23,573 miles

spare wheel carrier insecure

Fail 24 Feb 2015 23,573 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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 working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

spare wheel carrier insecure

Pass 26 Apr 2013 22,449 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 22,428 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 22,388 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 22,339 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 22,265 miles

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 22,265 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 22,263 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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PFO 785 is a 1962 Lambretta Li in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1962 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 2,653 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lambretta Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFO 785, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 64 years old, this Lambretta Li is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PFO 785 registered?

PFO 785 is a 1962 Lambretta Li, first registered on 31 December 1962.

Is PFO 785 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFO 785 shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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