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P149 VCU

1996 Moto Guzzi Sport

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,129 mi
Last recorded40,129 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi Sport34,387 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 VCU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSport
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2024 40,129 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

advised brake pads getting low

advised front brake slight binding

advised handle bar controls slighly loose both

Fail 16 Jul 2024 40,129 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

advised brake pads getting low

advised front brake slight binding

advised front brake spongy

advised handle bar controls slighly loose both

Pass 3 Oct 2020 40,110 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 40,101 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 39,977 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 37,509 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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P149 VCU is a 1996 Moto Guzzi Sport in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Moto Guzzi Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 34,387 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 P149 VCU, 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 30 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 P149 VCU registered?

P149 VCU is a 1996 Moto Guzzi Sport, first registered on 13 August 1996.

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The MOT history for P149 VCU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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