Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Moto Guzzi Le Mans III reliable? We analysed 1,012 real MOT tests across 171 vehicles to find out.
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The Moto Guzzi Le Mans III is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Moto Guzzi Le Mans III.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Moto Guzzi Le Mans III. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Moto Guzzi Le Mans III to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Moto Guzzi Le Mans III fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Moto Guzzi Le Mans III owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Moto Guzzi Le Mans III year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 105 | 87.6% | 20,595 | 36,478 | 56,466 |
| 1983 | 100 | 91.0% | 32,860 | 47,850 | 73,466 |
| 1982 | 154 | 79.9% | 20,264 | 35,392 | 49,142 |
| 1981 | 109 | 90.8% | 25,626 | 44,084 | 75,505 |
| 1980 | 120 | 85.0% | 22,541 | 32,460 | 52,220 |
| 1979 | 113 | 85.0% | 23,299 | 34,299 | 62,347 |
| 1978 | 54 | 92.6% | 16,052 | 24,168 | 42,896 |
How Long Does a Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Last?
Based on 171 Moto Guzzi Le Mans III vehicles on UK roads.
Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Moto Guzzi Le Mans III MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Moto Guzzi Le Mans III
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
92.6% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
79.9% MOT pass rate from 154 tests
The best year to buy a used Moto Guzzi Le Mans III is 1978, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.6% across 54 tests. The 1982 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Moto Guzzi Le Mans III Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moto Guzzi Le Mans III THIS CAR | 86.5% | 1,012 | 36,938 mi | 48 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi California | 87.6% | 17,571 | 18,051 mi | 47 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi Breva | 88.6% | 11,089 | 14,395 mi | 23 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi V7 | 90.8% | 6,390 | 6,566 mi | 17 yrs |
| Mitsubishi Shogun Di-d Eleg-ce LWB A | 67.7% | 710 | 148,059 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Moto Guzzi California (87.6% pass rate) and the Moto Guzzi Breva (88.6% pass rate), the Moto Guzzi Le Mans III trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Moto Guzzi Le Mans III has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.5% across 1,012 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Moto Guzzi Le Mans III are roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (8 recorded failures), brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (7), and headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (5). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Moto Guzzi Le Mans III owner drives around 367 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Moto Guzzi Le Mans III models stay on UK roads for around 48 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.