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R712 YVF

1998 Moto Guzzi Sport

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,032 mi
Last recorded29,032 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport27,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR712 YVF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSport
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2024 29,032 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 4 Sep 2024 29,032 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2023 28,820 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 28,725 miles
Fail 21 May 2022 28,725 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2021 28,665 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 28,050 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 27,773 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2010 27,760 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2008 27,072 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 26,889 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2006 25,516 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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R712 YVF is a 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 27,732 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 R712 YVF, 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 28 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 R712 YVF registered?

R712 YVF is a 1998 Moto Guzzi Sport, first registered on 8 January 1998.

Is R712 YVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R712 YVF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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