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TGC 306E

1997 Lambretta SX150

White Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,544 mi
Last recorded7,544 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2017
Typical for 1997 Lambretta SX1504,383 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTGC 306E
MakeLambretta
ModelSX150
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2017 7,544 miles

Central Front Mudgaurd spliting on edge

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre close to legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Offside Rear Lower Foot brake no reserve travel

Central Rear Upper spare wheel not very sercure

No flashers fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2016 5,067 miles

Centre Front Lower Mudguard insecure Has a crack in it ()

Centre Front Upper Headlight intermitant fault but working when tested

Pass 14 Oct 2015 3,574 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 2,729 miles

Rear back pad brace badley repaired

Pass 23 Sep 2013 1,884 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 1,581 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 1,403 miles

Exhaust corroded

Frame coroded

Pass 12 Oct 2010 1,212 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 889 miles

Seat backrest fractured at near side.

Pass 22 Sep 2008 66,314 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2008 66,314 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 65,414 miles

Front brake cable chaffing slightly on front Tyre when full lock is applied

Fail 25 Sep 2007 65,343 miles

Offside Upper Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4) DANGEROUS

Front brake cable chaffing slightly on front Tyre when full lock is applied

Pass 3 Oct 2006 63,778 miles

front brake cable close to front tyre on full lefthand lock

headlight dims when horn pressed

How Reliable is the Lambretta SX150?

Based on 3,694 MOT tests across 596 vehicles.

90.7%
Pass Rate
221
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
596
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 17
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 14
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 14
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TGC 306E is a 1997 Lambretta SX150 in White with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta SX150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 4,383 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 SX150 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TGC 306E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta SX150 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 29 years old, this Lambretta SX150 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TGC 306E registered?

TGC 306E is a 1997 Lambretta SX150, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is TGC 306E safe to buy?

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