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BUV 790T

1979 Laverda Jota

Orange Petrol 981cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,370 mi
Last recorded12,370 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 1979 Laverda Jota36,966 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBUV 790T
MakeLaverda
ModelJota
Year1979
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine981cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 12,370 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 12,312 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 12,072 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 12,072 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 6 Apr 2006 12,044 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively damaged (6.1.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Laverda Jota?

Based on 2,718 MOT tests across 471 vehicles.

90.4%
Pass Rate
320
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
471
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 10
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 10
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 8
Horn not working 7
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BUV 790T is a 1979 Laverda Jota in Orange with a 981cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Laverda Jota models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.5% with a typical mileage of 36,966 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 Laverda Jota fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BUV 790T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Laverda Jota typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Laverda Jota is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BUV 790T?

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What year was BUV 790T registered?

BUV 790T is a 1979 Laverda Jota, first registered on 11 June 1979.

Is BUV 790T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BUV 790T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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