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VDC 5J

1970 Lambretta Gp

Grey Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

592 mi
Last recorded592 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Lambretta Gp4,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDC 5J
MakeLambretta
ModelGp
Year1970
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 592 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 592 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 321 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 321 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2015 2,159 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 5,784 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 5,321 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2012 3,543 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 3,543 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 1,498 miles

Dipswitch does not extinquish main beam/s, leaving at least 1 dipped beam headlamp (1.2.2b(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2011 1,498 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 346 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 346 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 1,118 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 1,118 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 1,091 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 120 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 7,108 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta Gp?

Based on 5,088 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

87.9%
Pass Rate
328
Miles/Year
57
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 38
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 25
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
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VDC 5J is a 1970 Lambretta Gp in Grey with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1970 Lambretta Gp models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 4,130 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 Gp fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDC 5J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Gp typically stays on UK roads for around 57 years. At 56 years old, this Lambretta Gp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VDC 5J registered?

VDC 5J is a 1970 Lambretta Gp, first registered on 20 October 1970.

Is VDC 5J safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDC 5J shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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