CarVerify

Free Car Check

YCW 885V

1980 Lambretta GP200

Red Petrol 198cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,293 mi
Last recorded6,293 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 1980 Lambretta GP2001,658 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Lambretta
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCW 885V
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2015 6,293 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 6,003 miles

Front brake pulls up great on brake tester but pulls in a little too far on the lever.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 5,552 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 5,552 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Position lamp switch does not operate the front and rear position lamps (1.1.4c)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 4,948 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 4,146 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta GP200?

Based on 20,062 MOT tests across 2,337 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
283
Miles/Year
59
Year Lifespan
2,337
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 129
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 127
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 117
Headlamp aim too high 105
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 99
Full Lambretta GP200 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

YCW 885V is a 1980 Lambretta GP200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 1,658 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 GP200 fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 129 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YCW 885V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta GP200 typically stays on UK roads for around 59 years. At 46 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YCW 885V?

You can check the full history of YCW 885V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was YCW 885V registered?

YCW 885V is a 1980 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 7 March 1980.

Is YCW 885V safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCW 885V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YCW 885V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on YCW 885V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.