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YKE 488A

2003 Lambretta Tv

White Petrol 175cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

51,466 mi
Last recorded51,466 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Lambretta Tv16,269 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYKE 488A
MakeLambretta
ModelTv
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine175cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2021 51,466 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 50,352 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 50,352 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 48,907 miles

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

Fail 17 Jan 2019 48,907 miles

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 48,900 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2018 48,900 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.D1d)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 47,593 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 47,388 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 46,004 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2014 46,004 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 43,586 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Dec 2013 43,586 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 4,799 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 4,247 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2010 2,519 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 2,519 miles

Front Gradient brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.D1d)

Fail 12 Dec 2009 639 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2009 639 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 20,049 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 17,824 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 16,269 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 16,269 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Lambretta Tv?

Based on 1,213 MOT tests across 171 vehicles.

89.0%
Pass Rate
177
Miles/Year
66
Year Lifespan
171
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 6
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 6
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 5
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 4
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YKE 488A is a 2003 Lambretta Tv in White with a 175cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2003 Lambretta Tv models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 16,269 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 Tv fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 6 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YKE 488A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lambretta Tv typically stays on UK roads for around 66 years. At 23 years old, this Lambretta Tv is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was YKE 488A registered?

YKE 488A is a 2003 Lambretta Tv, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is YKE 488A safe to buy?

The MOT history for YKE 488A shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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