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1979 Lambretta LI 150 0.1L Petrol · BCV 208T

BCV 208T

1979 Lambretta LI 150 (0.1L, petrol). First registered 31 Dec 1979. Recorded mileage 34,142 miles. MOT expired on 29 Nov 2022.

Make & Model
LAMBRETTA LI 150
Year / Origin
1979 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 29 Nov 2022
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
34,142 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 0.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 29 Nov 2022
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1979
Engine
150cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The roadworthiness of this 2009 Lambretta LI 150 appears stable based on the most recent inspection data. In the test conducted on 3 November 2021 at 34,142 miles, the vehicle passed with no recorded defects. This indicates that at the time of testing, the primary safety components, including braking systems and lighting, met the minimum legal requirements. However, as the last test took place nearly five years ago relative to the current date of July 2026, the current mechanical state of the vehicle remains unverified. The mileage profile is notably low for a vehicle of this 17-year age, averaging approximately 2,008 miles per year. This low usage suggests that mechanical wear on consumable items such as tyres, brake pads, and drive belt components may be minimal compared to higher-mileage examples. Conversely, low-mileage scooters are often prone to specific issues such as degraded fuel systems, perished rubber seals, and corrosion caused by moisture during periods of inactivity, which are not always fully captured in a stationary MOT test. Since there are no recorded advisories from the 2021 inspection, the buyer should perform a thorough physical check of the structural integrity. Particular attention should be paid to rust-related corrosion on the frame and swingarm, as these are common failure points for scooters of this era. Given the significant gap since the last recorded test, a professional inspection is necessary to ensure that the artwork calipers have not developed binding issues and that the suspension bushes have not perished over time.
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BCV 208T Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2021
  • 34,142 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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BCV 208T MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Oct 2026, 13:39
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 1979 Lambretta Li 150 (BCV 208T) between November 2021 and November 2021.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
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