MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,794 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50 III?
Based on 640 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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PPL 479X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 32,142 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 III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 5 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PPL 479X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Moto Guzzi V50 III typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 45 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was PPL 479X registered?
PPL 479X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III, first registered on 18 September 1981.
Is PPL 479X safe to buy?
The MOT history for PPL 479X shows 6 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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