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XDW 78

1961 Lambretta LI150

White Petrol 149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,399 mi
Last recorded20,399 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2017
Typical for 1961 Lambretta LI15016,022 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDW 78
MakeLambretta
ModelLI150
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine149cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2017 20,399 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2017 20,399 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2014 20,270 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 20,270 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 20,219 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 19,895 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 19,888 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2010 19,625 miles

front brake cable just rubbing on mudgaurd/horn casing.

Pass 27 Aug 2009 19,574 miles

How Reliable is the Lambretta LI150?

Based on 14,980 MOT tests across 2,643 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
215
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
2,643
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 109
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 105
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 98
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 85
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 78
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XDW 78 is a 1961 Lambretta LI150 in White with a 149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1961 Lambretta LI150 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.1% with a typical mileage of 16,022 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 LI150 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XDW 78, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta LI150 typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 65 years old, this Lambretta LI150 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XDW 78 registered?

XDW 78 is a 1961 Lambretta LI150, first registered on 29 March 1961.

Is XDW 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDW 78 shows 9 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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