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BCX 760Y

1983 Moto Guzzi V50

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,705 mi
Last recorded45,705 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2022
Typical for 1983 Moto Guzzi V5028,572 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBCX 760Y
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2022 45,705 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

no front brake switch fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 19 Jun 2021 45,344 miles

No front brake light switch fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2020 45,139 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

o/s/r indicator poor condition

Pass 1 Jun 2019 44,715 miles

all brake disc slightly pitted

front brake lever operation slightly stiff

Pass 8 Jun 2018 44,155 miles

brake disc slightly pitted

front brake lever operation slightly rough

no front brake light but no switch visable

rear tyre slightly perishing

Pass 30 May 2017 43,902 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,403 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 42,607 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

engine breather pipe split

front brakes feel wooden

Fail 9 Jun 2015 42,607 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

engine breather pipe split

front brakes feel wooden

Pass 4 Jun 2013 42,320 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 41,812 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 41,449 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 40,655 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Sep 2008 40,404 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 39,799 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 39,189 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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BCX 760Y is a 1983 Moto Guzzi V50 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1983 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 28,572 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BCX 760Y, 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 43 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BCX 760Y registered?

BCX 760Y is a 1983 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 1 February 1983.

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