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BHP 952Y

1982 Moto Guzzi V50 III

Grey Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

789 mi
Last recorded789 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 III29,905 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHP 952Y
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 III
Year1982
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 789 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2021 446 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 317 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 1 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 1 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Dec 2017
Pass 26 Apr 2008 24,932 miles

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

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50 III?

Based on 640 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Brake disc(s) excessively pitted 3
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BHP 952Y is a 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 III in Grey with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 III models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 29,905 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 III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BHP 952Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi V50 III typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 44 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BHP 952Y registered?

BHP 952Y is a 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 III, first registered on 16 September 1982.

Is BHP 952Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHP 952Y shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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