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PMY 297W

1981 Moto Guzzi V50

Blue Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,738 mi
Last recorded29,738 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2011
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V5031,974 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPMY 297W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2011 29,738 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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Fail 7 Nov 2011 29,649 miles

Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Inner Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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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PMY 297W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 in Blue with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 PMY 297W, 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 PMY 297W registered?

PMY 297W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 1 January 1981.

Is PMY 297W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PMY 297W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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