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VCB 433L

1973 Lambretta Li

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

1,937 mi
Last recorded1,937 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1973 Lambretta Li3,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCB 433L
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 1,937 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 1,596 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 1,414 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 1,404 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 1,064 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 1,055 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2014 565 miles

Rear lights dim on head lights

Fail 22 Apr 2014 565 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear lights dim on head lights

Pass 7 May 2013 3 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2011 13,090 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 13,090 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 13,090 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2008 13,090 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 13,090 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 13,090 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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VCB 433L is a 1973 Lambretta Li in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1973 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 3,851 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 Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VCB 433L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 53 years old, this Lambretta Li is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCB 433L registered?

VCB 433L is a 1973 Lambretta Li, first registered on 2 March 1973.

Is VCB 433L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCB 433L shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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