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PRC 314W

1978 Lambretta GP200

Red Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

189 mi
Last recorded189 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2016
Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP2002,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRC 314W
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2016 189 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2016 187 miles

Brake locking device insecure rear brake pedal (3.2.A1e)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 162 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 39 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 2 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Feb 2009 159 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 136 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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PRC 314W is a 1978 Lambretta GP200 in Red with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Lambretta GP200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 2,242 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 PRC 314W, 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 48 years old, this Lambretta GP200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PRC 314W registered?

PRC 314W is a 1978 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is PRC 314W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRC 314W 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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