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TBL 270

1959 Lambretta Li

White Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,707 mi
Last recorded1,707 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2015
Typical for 1959 Lambretta Li11,795 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBL 270
MakeLambretta
ModelLi
Year1959
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2015 1,707 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 1,702 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 1,693 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 1,058 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 1,058 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 9 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 9 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 9 miles

Centre Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Li?

Based on 9,743 MOT tests across 1,384 vehicles.

88.9%
Pass Rate
228
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
1,384
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 97
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 86
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 75
Horn not working 61
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 59
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TBL 270 is a 1959 Lambretta Li in White with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1959 Lambretta Li models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 11,795 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 Li fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 97 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TBL 270, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Li typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 67 years old, this Lambretta Li is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TBL 270 registered?

TBL 270 is a 1959 Lambretta Li, first registered on 1 February 1959.

Is TBL 270 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBL 270 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TBL 270 have outstanding finance?

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