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UNM 542W

1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,136 mi
Last recorded25,136 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III32,142 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNM 542W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50 III
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 25,136 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2020 25,136 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2019 23,388 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 22,386 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 20,904 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 May 2014 18,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 6 May 2014 18,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 16,638 miles

ADVISE; CENTRE STAND RIGHT HAND FOOT CONTACTING SWING ARM WHEN UP.

ADVISE; FRONT LEFT, NEARSIDE BRAKE PADS LOW.

Pass 8 Nov 2010 14,515 miles

Front brake lever bent.

Perceptable fluctuation off brake test needle reading N/S front.

Pass 12 Oct 2009 12,631 miles

ADVISE; Fluctuation of front offside brake disc evident during roller brake test.

Pass 10 Apr 2008 11,565 miles

Perceptable play in front wheel bearings

Pass 16 Dec 2006 8,306 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 7,386 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V50 III?

Based on 640 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
406
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 3
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
Brake disc(s) excessively pitted 3
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UNM 542W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UNM 542W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UNM 542W registered?

UNM 542W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi V50 III, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is UNM 542W safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNM 542W shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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