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JGU 230C

1997 Lambretta TV175

Blue Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

331 mi
Last recorded331 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Lambretta TV17513,617 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJGU 230C
MakeLambretta
ModelTV175
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2016 331 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 291 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 289 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 287 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2013 154 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 2,604 miles

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 2,604 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta TV175?

Based on 5,242 MOT tests across 826 vehicles.

90.8%
Pass Rate
184
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
826
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 49
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 35
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 28
Horn not working 22
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JGU 230C is a 1997 Lambretta TV175 in Blue with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Lambretta TV175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 13,617 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 TV175 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JGU 230C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta TV175 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 29 years old, this Lambretta TV175 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was JGU 230C registered?

JGU 230C is a 1997 Lambretta TV175, first registered on 17 December 1997.

Is JGU 230C safe to buy?

The MOT history for JGU 230C shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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