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PLH 353W

1980 Moto Guzzi T3

Black Petrol 850cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,909 mi
Last recorded57,909 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2014
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi T357,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLH 353W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelT3
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine850cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2014 57,909 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 57,764 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 57,489 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 19 Jun 2010 57,482 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Lower Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Nearside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering damper ineffective (2.1.2d)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Wheel spoke excessively corroded (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

cut in rear tyre not deep

nearside oil pipe worn badly

Pass 8 May 2009 56,905 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 56,905 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2006 56,480 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi T3?

Based on 1,011 MOT tests across 143 vehicles.

87.5%
Pass Rate
642
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
143
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
Direction indicator not working 6
Horn not working 5
Direction indicator missing 4
Brake hose excessively kinked 4
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PLH 353W is a 1980 Moto Guzzi T3 in Black with a 850cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1980 Moto Guzzi T3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 57,194 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 T3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PLH 353W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi T3 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Moto Guzzi T3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PLH 353W registered?

PLH 353W is a 1980 Moto Guzzi T3, first registered on 30 August 1980.

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