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GDW 256W

1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T3

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2021
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,287 mi
Last recorded29,287 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2020
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T345,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGDW 256W
MakeMoto Guzzi
Model850 T3
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2020 29,287 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 28,870 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,393 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 27,764 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 27,764 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi 850 T3?

Based on 707 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
wheel bearings are excessively rough 4
Steering lock stop ineffective 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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GDW 256W is a 1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 45,915 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 850 T3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GDW 256W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi 850 T3 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Moto Guzzi 850 T3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GDW 256W registered?

GDW 256W is a 1980 Moto Guzzi 850 T3, first registered on 17 October 1980.

Is GDW 256W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GDW 256W shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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