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A287 LBJ

1963 Moto Guzzi V50

Green Petrol 490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,062 mi
Last recorded83,062 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA287 LBJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV50
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 83,062 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake slightly spongey.

Pass 25 Jul 2016 82,409 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 23 Jul 2016 82,409 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Jul 2015 81,768 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 81,372 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 80,632 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 80,632 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Aug 2012 79,879 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2010 78,950 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 78,945 miles

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 16 May 2009 78,255 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 25 Apr 2007 77,926 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 77,926 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 77,899 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 77,899 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.4)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Plate brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.B1c) DANGEROUS

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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A287 LBJ is a 1963 Moto Guzzi V50 in Green with a 490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 A287 LBJ, 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 63 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 A287 LBJ registered?

A287 LBJ is a 1963 Moto Guzzi V50, first registered on 1 January 1963.

Is A287 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A287 LBJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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