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GWE 711V

1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II

Red Petrol 500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,467 mi
Last recorded25,467 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II28,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGWE 711V
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 II
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine500cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 25,467 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 25,371 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2017 25,362 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2016 25,278 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2015 24,699 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 24,690 miles

Front Plate brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.B1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

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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GWE 711V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II in Red with a 500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GWE 711V, 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 GWE 711V registered?

GWE 711V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 II, first registered on 1 January 1980.

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The MOT history for GWE 711V shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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