1960 LAMBRETTA LI 1250.1L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, following a clean pass in April 2026 at 25,326 miles. The maintenance trend shows marked improvement after a significant mechanical failure in 2022. Since that major setback, the scooter has maintained a stable record, with only one minor electrical fault regarding an offside stop lamp noted in 2025, suggesting that the current owner is proactive in rectifying defects as they arise. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a sixty-six-year-old machine, averaging approximately 384 miles per year. Between April 2025 and April 2026, the vehicle covered only 17 miles, indicating it is used for very short journeys or stored for long periods. While this low mileage suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine, such inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, perished seals, and internal corrosion due to lack of heat cycles and fluid movement. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and braking systems, as the 2022 test failure revealed excessive wear in the steering head bearings and inadequate rear brake effort. Although these passed in subsequent tests, the failure of the roller brake test to reach 25% efficiency indicates the braking system is prone to adjustment or neglect. Given the age of the vehicle, inspect the structural integrity for hidden rust, particularly where low-mileage storage might hide deep oxidation that MOT records cannot fully capture.