Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 179 vehicles, the 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Lambretta V 125 Special E5 (2021)

179 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.3% first-time pass rate

2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5

CarHunch analysed 179 real MOT records for the 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Lambretta V-125 Special E5 passes its first MOT just 69.4% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these scooters need close attention to maintenance and setup out of the box. The dangerous defect rate of 5.6% is modest, so safety isn't a major red flag, but the below-average pass rate does point to quality or assembly issues that buyers should investigate before purchase.

These machines average just over 3,100 miles, which is reasonable for their age, and they rack up fewer than 0.2 failures per vehicle on average — the real problem is advisories, which average 0.6 per bike. Before buying, ask the seller for the full MOT history and consider getting a pre-purchase inspection by someone familiar with Lambretta scooters, as the weak first-time pass rate suggests systematic issues worth understanding upfront.

We have limited data for the 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

93.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.15

Over 1.6 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

Middle half: 1k–4k

For context

These stats describe 179 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 179 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	176	93.2%	0.15

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

1,962

typical

800

low mileage

3,835

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5 vehicles fall between 800 and 3,835 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 800 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 800–3,835 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Lambretta V 125 Special E5s sit.

⚠ Over 5,177 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.15

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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