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TSJ 283

1998 Lambretta TV175

Cream Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,613 mi
Last recorded2,613 miles
Recorded on24 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Lambretta TV1753,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSJ 283
MakeLambretta
ModelTV175
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2014 2,613 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 May 2014 2,599 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 2,253 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 1,730 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 1,378 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Sidecar wheel bearings are slightly rough (5.2.3d)

Sidecar wheel bearings have slight play (5.2.3c)

Pass 9 Jul 2008 616 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 616 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2007 25,602 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 23,552 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta TV175?

Based on 5,242 MOT tests across 826 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 28
Horn not working 22
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TSJ 283 is a 1998 Lambretta TV175 in Cream with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Lambretta TV175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 3,922 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 TV175 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSJ 283, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta TV175 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 28 years old, this Lambretta TV175 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TSJ 283 registered?

TSJ 283 is a 1998 Lambretta TV175, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is TSJ 283 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSJ 283 shows 9 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.

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