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DDC 163T

1979 Moto Guzzi V50 II

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,912 mi
Last recorded21,912 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2011
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 II35,494 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDDC 163T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 II
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2011 21,912 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 21,590 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 7 Jun 2010 21,590 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 May 2009 21,201 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 20,735 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 20,735 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 20,509 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 19,974 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50 II?

Based on 1,570 MOT tests across 246 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
394
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
246
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 17
Direction indicator not working 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 8
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 8
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DDC 163T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 II in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 II models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 35,494 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 II fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DDC 163T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi V50 II typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 47 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 II is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DDC 163T registered?

DDC 163T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 II, first registered on 3 July 1979.

Is DDC 163T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DDC 163T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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