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VHJ 489L

1973 Lambretta Li

White Petrol 186cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

278 mi
Last recorded278 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2017
Typical for 1973 Lambretta Li3,851 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 489L
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1973
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine186cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2017 278 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 17,866 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 17,841 miles

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle not returning. (6.2.1f)

Pass 27 May 2006 15,610 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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VHJ 489L is a 1973 Lambretta Li in White with a 186cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VHJ 489L, 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 VHJ 489L registered?

VHJ 489L is a 1973 Lambretta Li, first registered on 31 December 1973.

Is VHJ 489L safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHJ 489L shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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