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UKJ 853X

1981 Moto Guzzi V50

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,802 mi
Last recorded38,802 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2011
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V5031,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKJ 853X
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2011 38,802 miles

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 38,802 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 38,231 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2006 37,617 miles

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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UKJ 853X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UKJ 853X, 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 UKJ 853X registered?

UKJ 853X is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 12 October 1981.

Is UKJ 853X safe to buy?

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