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XYC 148H

1978 Lambretta GP125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

1,363 mi
Last recorded1,363 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2023
Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP1252,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXYC 148H
MakeLambretta
ModelGP125
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2023 1,363 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 38 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 35 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 35 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 35 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 35 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 26 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 11 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 3 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 3 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 2 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2010 2 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 1,329 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 1,329 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 1,329 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 1,329 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 1,329 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP125?

Based on 12,466 MOT tests across 1,698 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
256
Miles/Year
65
Year Lifespan
1,698
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 85
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 84
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 77
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 74
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XYC 148H is a 1978 Lambretta GP125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1978 Lambretta GP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 2,574 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 GP125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XYC 148H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 65 years. At 48 years old, this Lambretta GP125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XYC 148H registered?

XYC 148H is a 1978 Lambretta GP125, first registered on 31 May 1978.

Is XYC 148H safe to buy?

The MOT history for XYC 148H shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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