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XMW 478A

1963 Lambretta GP150

Green Petrol 148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156 mi
Last recorded156 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2016
Typical for 1963 Lambretta GP1501,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXMW 478A
MakeLambretta
ModelGP150
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2016 156 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 156 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 4 Oct 2013 899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 893 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 26 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 26 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer torn (7.2.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 26 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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XMW 478A is a 1963 Lambretta GP150 in Green with a 148cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1963 Lambretta GP150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 1,679 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 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 XMW 478A, 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 63 years old, this Lambretta GP150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XMW 478A registered?

XMW 478A is a 1963 Lambretta GP150, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is XMW 478A safe to buy?

The MOT history for XMW 478A shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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