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R819 LEL

1997 Moto Guzzi Sport

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

43,157 mi
Last recorded43,157 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport33,383 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR819 LEL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 43,157 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 42,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2025 42,283 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 41,080 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 41,067 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 25 Jun 2016 40,803 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 40,778 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2015 37,335 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 31,948 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 28,123 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2012 28,123 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 26,853 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 2 Apr 2007 26,375 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 Apr 2007 26,375 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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R819 LEL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 33,383 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 R819 LEL, 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 29 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 R819 LEL registered?

R819 LEL is a 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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