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RCE 27J

1971 Lambretta Gp

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Lambretta Gp2,335 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRCE 27J
MakeLambretta
ModelGp
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 May 2017
Fail 26 May 2017

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 May 2016
Fail 20 May 2016

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 5 Jun 2015

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015
Fail 24 Oct 2013 3,788 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 3,788 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2012 3,788 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 3,788 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2011 3,788 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 3,788 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 3,788 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 3,788 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 19 May 2009 3,788 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 3,788 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 3,788 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 3,788 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 3,788 miles

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
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RCE 27J is a 1971 Lambretta Gp in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 1971 Lambretta Gp models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 2,335 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 RCE 27J, 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 55 years old, this Lambretta Gp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RCE 27J registered?

RCE 27J is a 1971 Lambretta Gp, first registered on 17 March 1971.

Is RCE 27J safe to buy?

The MOT history for RCE 27J shows 19 tests with a 57.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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