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VRL 516T

1979 Moto Guzzi V50

Black Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,629 mi
Last recorded33,629 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V5034,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRL 516T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2017 33,629 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 33,369 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 33,369 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 33,221 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

fuel cap seal perishing but maintaining seal

Pass 20 Apr 2011 32,492 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front & rear brake discs corroding

Pass 31 Jul 2007 32,564 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Direction indicator deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 32,372 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2006 32,372 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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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VRL 516T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 in Black with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 34,358 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 VRL 516T, 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 47 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 VRL 516T?

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What year was VRL 516T registered?

VRL 516T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 16 May 1979.

Is VRL 516T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRL 516T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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