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VJO 230X

1982 Moto Guzzi V50

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

38,342 mi
Last recorded38,342 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Moto Guzzi V5034,284 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJO 230X
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 38,342 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 38,333 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 38,319 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 38,305 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 38,293 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 38,281 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 38,268 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 38,323 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 38,196 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 38,196 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 31 May 2016 38,170 miles

swing arm bearings has slight free play

Pass 26 May 2015 38,115 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 38,028 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 38,028 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 37,934 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 37,888 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 37,531 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 36,974 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 36,810 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 36,810 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2006 36,689 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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VJO 230X is a 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1982 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 34,284 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 VJO 230X, 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 44 years old, this Moto Guzzi V50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VJO 230X?

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What year was VJO 230X registered?

VJO 230X is a 1982 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 4 March 1982.

Is VJO 230X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJO 230X shows 21 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.

Does VJO 230X have outstanding finance?

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