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A473 VAE

1978 Lambretta GP200

Yellow Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

2,605 mi
Last recorded2,605 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP2002,242 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA473 VAE
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 2,605 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 2,511 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 2,342 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 2,109 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2014 1,967 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2014 1,967 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 1,699 miles

Front brake performance poor

Fail 5 Aug 2013 1,697 miles

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Front brake performance poor

Pass 16 Jun 2012 1,360 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2012 1,360 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 May 2011 1,085 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 1,019 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Indicators not fitted

Mirrors not fitted

Pass 5 May 2010 457 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 457 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2009 257 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 3 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
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A473 VAE is a 1978 Lambretta GP200 in Yellow with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1978 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 2,242 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 A473 VAE, 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 48 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A473 VAE registered?

A473 VAE is a 1978 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 1 January 1978.

Is A473 VAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A473 VAE shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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