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OTL 196Y

1983 Lambretta GP200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,477 mi
Last recorded1,477 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Lambretta GP2001,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTL 196Y
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 1,477 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 1,328 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 702 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 1,905 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 1,817 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 1,806 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 1,806 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 1,228 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 1,228 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 895 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 222 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2010 222 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

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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OTL 196Y is a 1983 Lambretta GP200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1983 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 1,382 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 OTL 196Y, 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 43 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTL 196Y registered?

OTL 196Y is a 1983 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is OTL 196Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTL 196Y shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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