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NPK 701W

1981 Moto Guzzi V50

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,834 mi
Last recorded52,834 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2023
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V5031,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNPK 701W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2023 52,834 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 52,323 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 51,991 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 51,300 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 50,451 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 49,970 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,379 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 49,362 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 48,594 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 47,716 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2014 46,513 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 45,332 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,553 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 41,673 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 40,312 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 40,295 miles

Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 39,615 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50?

Based on 2,995 MOT tests across 421 vehicles.

86.1%
Pass Rate
347
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
421
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators not working 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 13
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 11
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NPK 701W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 31,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi V50 fails its MOT is direction indicators not working, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NPK 701W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi V50 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 45 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NPK 701W?

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What year was NPK 701W registered?

NPK 701W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 1 June 1981.

Is NPK 701W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NPK 701W shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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