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BWS 495S

1991 Lambretta GP200

Blue Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,573 mi
Last recorded30,573 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1991 Lambretta GP2002,501 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWS 495S
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 30,573 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 30,946 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

unable to view pads without wheel strip down.Owner is advised to confirm disc pad wear is above 1.5mm or 1mm (sintered).

Fail 18 Jan 2010 28,191 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jan 2010 28,191 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 25,319 miles

Front Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2007 23,149 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 20,431 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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BWS 495S is a 1991 Lambretta GP200 in Blue with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.8% with a typical mileage of 2,501 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 BWS 495S, 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 35 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BWS 495S registered?

BWS 495S is a 1991 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 22 February 1991.

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The MOT history for BWS 495S shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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