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KBY 171C

1996 Lambretta Special

Silver Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

881 mi
Last recorded881 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBY 171C
MakeLambretta
ModelSpecial
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 881 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 835 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 758 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 626 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 624 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 500 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 242 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Special?

Based on 1,015 MOT tests across 122 vehicles.

88.1%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
122
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 8
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 5
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 4
Riders seat insecure 3
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KBY 171C is a 1996 Lambretta Special in Silver with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

The most common reason a Lambretta Special fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBY 171C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Special typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 30 years old, this Lambretta Special is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KBY 171C registered?

KBY 171C is a 1996 Lambretta Special, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is KBY 171C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBY 171C 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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