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FWF 144V

1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

3,107 mi
Last recorded3,107 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II28,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFWF 144V
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 II
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 3,107 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 3,107 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 3,093 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 3,038 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2023 3,038 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 3,036 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 2,973 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 2,971 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 2,932 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 2,932 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 2,875 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 2,239 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 2,202 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 709 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 199 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 153 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 11 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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FWF 144V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 28,431 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 FWF 144V, 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 46 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 FWF 144V registered?

FWF 144V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II, first registered on 24 March 1980.

Is FWF 144V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FWF 144V shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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