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VRL 246S

1978 Lambretta GP150

White Petrol 148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,618 mi
Last recorded3,618 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2025
Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP1501,761 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 246S
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine148cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Feb 2025 3,618 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 2,207 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 1,174 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 249 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 77,419 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 29 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP150?

Based on 12,975 MOT tests across 1,751 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
240
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
1,751
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 106
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 93
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 85
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 75
Headlamp aim too high 73
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VRL 246S is a 1978 Lambretta GP150 in White with a 148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Lambretta GP150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.2% with a typical mileage of 1,761 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lambretta GP150 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 106 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VRL 246S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP150 typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 48 years old, this Lambretta GP150 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VRL 246S registered?

VRL 246S is a 1978 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is VRL 246S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 246S shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRL 246S have outstanding finance?

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