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VCP 500V

1980 Moto Guzzi V50

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,577 mi
Last recorded49,577 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2019
Typical for 1980 Moto Guzzi V5029,660 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCP 500V
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2019 49,577 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 49,533 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 49,519 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 49,505 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 49,391 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

not able to see rear pads

Fail 14 Apr 2015 49,391 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

not able to see rear pads

Pass 11 Apr 2014 49,280 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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VCP 500V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1980 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 29,660 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 VCP 500V, 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 46 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VCP 500V registered?

VCP 500V is a 1980 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is VCP 500V safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCP 500V shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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