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AMF 298T

1979 Moto Guzzi V50

Yellow Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

33,320 mi
Last recorded33,320 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V5034,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMF 298T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2018 33,320 miles

rear registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 22 Jun 2017 32,418 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front position lamp inoperative

rear registration plate slightly damaged

Pass 14 Mar 2016 32,266 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 31,784 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 31,754 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 31,754 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 31,497 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 31,455 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 31,371 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 2 Nov 2006 31,257 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 31,256 miles

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50?

Based on 2,995 MOT tests across 421 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
347
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 11
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AMF 298T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 in Yellow with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,358 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 Moto Guzzi V50 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AMF 298T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AMF 298T?

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What year was AMF 298T registered?

AMF 298T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 19 June 1979.

Is AMF 298T safe to buy?

The MOT history for AMF 298T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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