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XJG 472V

1979 Moto Guzzi V50

Black Petrol 493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

41,068 mi
Last recorded41,068 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2011
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi V5034,358 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJG 472V
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2011 41,068 miles

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 15 Jul 2011 41,068 miles

Centre Front Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 22 May 2010 40,932 miles

front forks allowing flex of wheel.lack of bracing.

Fail 21 May 2010 40,932 miles

Centre Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

front forks allowing flex of wheel.lack of bracing.

Pass 8 Sep 2008 40,811 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear wheel sticking on slightly.

Fail 8 Sep 2008 40,811 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively tight (2.4.A.2c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2008 40,792 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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XJG 472V is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50 in Black with a 493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 XJG 472V, 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.

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What year was XJG 472V registered?

XJG 472V is a 1979 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 3 September 1979.

Is XJG 472V safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJG 472V shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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