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RFC 583W

1981 Lambretta Jet 200

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,478 mi
Last recorded6,478 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 1981 Lambretta Jet 2006,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRFC 583W
MakeLambretta
ModelJet 200
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 6,478 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 6,478 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 6,478 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 6,478 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 6,478 miles

Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 30 Aug 2016 6,478 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

long travel on front brake lever

noise from front wheel when rotated backwards

Pass 10 Sep 2015 6,421 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front brakes may need attension noise when wheel is rotated

rear lights dim

travel on front brake lever

Pass 12 Sep 2014 6,206 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 6,053 miles

horn weak

some movement in o/s/f shock mount and bush

Pass 23 Jul 2012 5,747 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 5,746 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

front tyre cracking

Pass 22 Oct 2010 5,106 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 3,670 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 1,967 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Jet 200?

Based on 1,222 MOT tests across 189 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
295
Miles/Year
53
Year Lifespan
189
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 7
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Horn not working 5
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel 5
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RFC 583W is a 1981 Lambretta Jet 200 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Lambretta Jet 200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 6,023 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Lambretta Jet 200 fails its MOT is position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RFC 583W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Jet 200 typically stays on UK roads for around 53 years. At 45 years old, this Lambretta Jet 200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RFC 583W registered?

RFC 583W is a 1981 Lambretta Jet 200, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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