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SBT 499H

1978 Lambretta GP200

Black Petrol 198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2012
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

143 mi
Last recorded143 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2011
Typical for 1978 Lambretta GP2002,242 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSBT 499H
MakeLambretta
ModelGP200
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine198cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2011 143 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 143 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 99 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 69 miles
Fail 23 May 2009 69 miles

Fuel cap missing (7.2.2a)

Fail 18 Jul 2006 52 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jul 2006 52 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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SBT 499H is a 1978 Lambretta GP200 in Black with a 198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 SBT 499H, 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 SBT 499H registered?

SBT 499H is a 1978 Lambretta GP200, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is SBT 499H safe to buy?

The MOT history for SBT 499H shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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