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YFW 473K

1971 Lambretta Li

Black Petrol 200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2018
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1971 Lambretta Li2,102 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYFW 473K
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine200cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017
Fail 11 May 2015 2 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively rough with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 2 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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YFW 473K is a 1971 Lambretta Li in Black with a 200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1971 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 2,102 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 Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YFW 473K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 55 years old, this Lambretta Li is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YFW 473K registered?

YFW 473K is a 1971 Lambretta Li, first registered on 8 December 1971.

Is YFW 473K safe to buy?

The MOT history for YFW 473K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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