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BGO 501S

1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans

Blue Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,162 mi
Last recorded43,162 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans31,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGO 501S
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelLe Mans
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2018 43,162 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 42,951 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 42,951 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 13 Sep 2008 42,900 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 42,665 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 42,490 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Le Mans?

Based on 3,180 MOT tests across 472 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
354
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 26
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
wheel bearings have excessive free play 12
Horn not working 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
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BGO 501S is a 1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans in Blue with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.9% with a typical mileage of 31,532 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 Le Mans fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGO 501S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Le Mans typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Moto Guzzi Le Mans is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGO 501S?

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What year was BGO 501S registered?

BGO 501S is a 1978 Moto Guzzi Le Mans, first registered on 20 April 1978.

Is BGO 501S safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGO 501S shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BGO 501S have outstanding finance?

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