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R709 SWR

1998 Lambretta GP200

White Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,153 mi
Last recorded9,153 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Lambretta GP2003,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR709 SWR
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 9,153 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 8,727 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 8,280 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2020 8,264 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2019 8,169 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 8,101 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 8,010 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 7,823 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 7,616 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 7,616 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 7,548 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 7,288 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 6,681 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2010 6,681 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 5,881 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2007 4,906 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2007 4,906 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 3,871 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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R709 SWR is a 1998 Lambretta GP200 in White with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 3,977 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 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 R709 SWR, 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 28 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R709 SWR registered?

R709 SWR is a 1998 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 6 July 1998.

Is R709 SWR safe to buy?

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