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WFB 947T

1979 Moto Guzzi V50

Red Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,779 mi
Last recorded13,779 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V5034,358 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWFB 947T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 13,779 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 13,278 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 13,187 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 12,623 miles
Fail 22 May 2014 12,623 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 11,387 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 30 Dec 2011 9,858 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 8,406 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,406 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 7,774 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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WFB 947T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 in Red with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WFB 947T, 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

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What year was WFB 947T registered?

WFB 947T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 3 April 1979.

Is WFB 947T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WFB 947T shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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