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HOD 778V

1980 Moto Guzzi Spada

Red Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,208 mi
Last recorded32,208 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi Spada52,884 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHOD 778V
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSpada
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 32,208 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2018 32,616 miles

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

Fail 3 Oct 2018 32,563 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 31,683 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 31,051 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 28,251 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 25,152 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 24,757 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 24,757 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2011 24,371 miles

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 23,953 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 23,498 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 23,498 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2007 23,022 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 22,608 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 22,008 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Spada?

Based on 843 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
675
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Horn not working 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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HOD 778V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi Spada in Red with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1980 Moto Guzzi Spada models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 52,884 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 Spada fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HOD 778V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Spada typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 46 years old, this Moto Guzzi Spada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HOD 778V registered?

HOD 778V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi Spada, first registered on 1 February 1980.

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The MOT history for HOD 778V shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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