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RAS 553

2003 Lambretta LI125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Lambretta LI1253,996 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAS 553
MakeLambretta
ModelLI125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2015

Exhaust noisy throaty (7.1.2)

handbrake lever slightly graunchy in operation

rear suspension slightly stiff in operation

Fail 12 Sep 2015

Brake caliper(s) insecure front brake caliper mounting bracket (3.2.A1j)

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake rear brake binding (3.3.A1a)

Exhaust noisy throaty (7.1.2)

handbrake lever slightly graunchy in operation

rear suspension slightly stiff in operation

Pass 18 Sep 2014

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2013 3,127 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2012 728 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 39,790 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 39,759 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 39,759 miles

Rear Brake drum(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 9,238 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 7 Mar 2009 9,238 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Upper Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 40,701 miles

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

Fail 15 Sep 2007 40,701 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2006 37,587 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI125?

Based on 16,544 MOT tests across 2,750 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
241
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
2,750
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 145
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 122
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 114
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 103
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 84
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RAS 553 is a 2003 Lambretta LI125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Lambretta LI125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 3,996 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 LI125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 145 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAS 553, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI125 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 23 years old, this Lambretta LI125 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RAS 553 registered?

RAS 553 is a 2003 Lambretta LI125, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is RAS 553 safe to buy?

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