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LWL 30W

1981 Moto Guzzi V50 II

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

58,899 mi
Last recorded58,899 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 II35,826 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWL 30W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 II
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 58,899 miles

Fork gaitors split

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

Rear Road spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 58,739 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 58,244 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 57,603 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 56,678 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 56,412 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 56,252 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 56,160 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 56,151 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 55,772 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,099 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 53,969 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 53,209 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 52,206 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 51,673 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 50,538 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 50,532 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 48,505 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 46,720 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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LWL 30W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 II in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 II models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 35,826 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LWL 30W, 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 45 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 LWL 30W registered?

LWL 30W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 II, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is LWL 30W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWL 30W shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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