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778 XVK

1959 Lambretta Unknown

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,067 mi
Last recorded47,067 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1959 Lambretta Unknown2,443 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration778 XVK
MakeLambretta
ModelUnknown
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 47,067 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 47,067 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 47,067 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2022 47,061 miles

Exhaust system insecure REAR BRACKET BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

How Reliable is the Lambretta Unknown?

Based on 3,128 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 10
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
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778 XVK is a 1959 Lambretta Unknown in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1959 Lambretta Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 2,443 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 Unknown fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 778 XVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was 778 XVK registered?

778 XVK is a 1959 Lambretta Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is 778 XVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for 778 XVK shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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