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PFG 813X

1981 Moto Guzzi V50

Red Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2019
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

15,624 mi
Last recorded15,624 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2018
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V5031,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFG 813X
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2018 15,624 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front petrol sealing washer starting to perish

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake banjo fittings rusty

Fail 12 Sep 2018 15,624 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front petrol sealing washer starting to perish

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake banjo fittings rusty

Fail 14 Jun 2018 15,606 miles

Front Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brake pipe banjos rusty

Pass 22 Nov 2013 15,575 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

only one tail light bulb working

Fail 22 Nov 2013 15,575 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

only one tail light bulb working

Pass 25 Aug 2011 15,519 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 15,519 miles

Front Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Front Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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PFG 813X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 in Red with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PFG 813X, 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

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What year was PFG 813X registered?

PFG 813X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 9 October 1981.

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The MOT history for PFG 813X shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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