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R75 YJA

1997 Lambretta GP200

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

8,499 mi
Last recorded8,499 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Lambretta GP2003,772 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR75 YJA
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 8,499 miles
Pass 14 May 2024 5 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 2,055 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 2,012 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 2,001 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 1,999 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 1,473 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 702 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 887 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 875 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 875 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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R75 YJA is a 1997 Lambretta GP200 in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R75 YJA, 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 R75 YJA registered?

R75 YJA is a 1997 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R75 YJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R75 YJA 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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