CarVerify

Free Car Check

PUF 519X

1981 Lambretta Gp

Red Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

7,888 mi
Last recorded7,888 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2022
Typical for 1981 Lambretta Gp2,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lambretta
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPUF 519X
MakeLambretta
ModelGp
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2022 7,888 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 7,886 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 7,886 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 7,876 miles

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 7,875 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fork yoke modification unsafe lock stop missing o/s (2.2.2 (e))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected rubbing front wheel (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 7,186 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 5,569 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 5,069 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 5,062 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 5,062 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 4,459 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 4,378 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 4,314 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 2,544 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 757 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2006 716 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2005 22 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2005 18 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Front Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Gp?

Based on 5,088 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
Full Lambretta Gp reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

PUF 519X is a 1981 Lambretta Gp in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1981 Lambretta Gp models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 2,170 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 Gp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PUF 519X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Gp typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 45 years old, this Lambretta Gp is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PUF 519X?

You can check the full history of PUF 519X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was PUF 519X registered?

PUF 519X is a 1981 Lambretta Gp, first registered on 21 September 1981.

Is PUF 519X safe to buy?

The MOT history for PUF 519X shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PUF 519X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on PUF 519X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.