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BKU 227B

1964 Lambretta 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

1,693 mi
Last recorded1,693 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1964 Lambretta 1251,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKU 227B
MakeLambretta
Model125
Year1964
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 1,693 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 1,688 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2015 1,688 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 1,216 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 1,160 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2011 932 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 932 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 1,146 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2009 1,146 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of the horn (1.2.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2008 1 miles

lighting equipment not fitted

How Reliable is the Lambretta 125?

Based on 2,209 MOT tests across 284 vehicles.

88.4%
Pass Rate
214
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
284
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 16
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 13
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 12
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BKU 227B is a 1964 Lambretta 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1964 Lambretta 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 1,688 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 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 21 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKU 227B, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 62 years old, this Lambretta 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BKU 227B registered?

BKU 227B is a 1964 Lambretta 125, first registered on 31 December 1964.

Is BKU 227B safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKU 227B shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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