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YBK 157V

1979 Lambretta LI125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,152 mi
Last recorded8,152 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBK 157V
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 8,152 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 6,728 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 5,413 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 3,676 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 2,547 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2021 2,538 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 1,724 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

headlamp aim ON low limit

Pass 12 Oct 2019 1,368 miles

headlamp aim on high limit

Pass 23 May 2015 1,121 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 728 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 3,837 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 3,283 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 3,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2009 3,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI125?

Based on 16,544 MOT tests across 2,750 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
2,750
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 122
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 114
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 103
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 84
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YBK 157V is a 1979 Lambretta LI125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

The most common reason a Lambretta LI125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YBK 157V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI125 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 47 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YBK 157V?

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What year was YBK 157V registered?

YBK 157V is a 1979 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 27 October 1979.

Is YBK 157V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBK 157V shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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