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BFX 740T

1979 Laverda 1200

Green Petrol 1116cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,177 mi
Last recorded76,177 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 1979 Laverda 120036,609 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFX 740T
MakeLaverda
Model1200
Year1979
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,116cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 76,177 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 75,315 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 74,414 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 74,409 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d) DANGEROUS

Rear position lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.3c) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Laverda 1200?

Based on 532 MOT tests across 106 vehicles.

90.2%
Pass Rate
427
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
106
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 4
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 3
Direction indicator not working 2
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 2
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BFX 740T is a 1979 Laverda 1200 in Green with a 1,116cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Laverda 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 36,609 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 Laverda 1200 fails its MOT is roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%., accounting for 4 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BFX 740T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Laverda 1200 typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 47 years old, this Laverda 1200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BFX 740T?

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What year was BFX 740T registered?

BFX 740T is a 1979 Laverda 1200, first registered on 15 January 1979.

Is BFX 740T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFX 740T shows 4 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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