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MGZ 848

1998 Moto Guzzi Sport

Yellow Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

17,973 mi
Last recorded17,973 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport27,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMGZ 848
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 17,973 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 17,973 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 17,917 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 17,917 miles

Front Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Pass 22 Jul 2009 17,876 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 17,635 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 16,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 16,537 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Sport?

Based on 1,927 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Headlamp aim too high 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
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MGZ 848 is a 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport in Yellow with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 27,732 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 Sport fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MGZ 848, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Moto Guzzi Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MGZ 848 registered?

MGZ 848 is a 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is MGZ 848 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MGZ 848 shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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