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ASN 705T

1979 Moto Guzzi V50

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

71,197 mi
Last recorded71,197 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V5034,358 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationASN 705T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 71,197 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2024 71,172 miles

Rear Brake disc contaminated possible drive shaft oil (1.1.14 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 69,117 miles

front tyre showing some wear centre of tread

Pass 21 Oct 2022 67,235 miles

centre of rear tyre getting low on tread

Pass 22 Oct 2021 65,227 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 64,071 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 62,350 miles

front brake pads getting low

n/s exhaust can becoming insecure

oil leak from engine area

Pass 1 Nov 2018 61,386 miles

head lamp reflector going misty and just giving a beam pattern at this time

Pass 1 Nov 2017 60,649 miles

Lower oil leak on engine base

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 60,649 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Lower oil leak on engine base

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 60,023 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 58,944 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 58,589 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 58,360 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 58,203 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 58,203 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 57,656 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2010 56,578 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 55,964 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2009 55,908 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 55,393 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 55,023 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 54,508 miles

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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ASN 705T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ASN 705T, 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 ASN 705T?

You can check the full history of ASN 705T by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ASN 705T registered?

ASN 705T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 26 June 1979.

Is ASN 705T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ASN 705T shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ASN 705T have outstanding finance?

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