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CPW 53T

1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T3

Red Petrol 844cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

84,738 mi
Last recorded84,738 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2013
Typical for 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T328,142 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCPW 53T
MakeMoto Guzzi
Model850 T3
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine844cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2013 84,738 miles

indicator tell tale not working but indicators visible from riding position

Fail 4 Jun 2013 84,726 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

indicator tell tale not working but indicators visible from riding position

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi 850 T3?

Based on 707 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
569
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6
wheel bearings are excessively rough 4
Steering lock stop ineffective 4
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 3
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CPW 53T is a 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 in Red with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 28,142 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 850 T3 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CPW 53T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi 850 T3 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Moto Guzzi 850 T3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of CPW 53T?

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What year was CPW 53T registered?

CPW 53T is a 1978 Moto Guzzi 850 T3, first registered on 5 October 1978.

Is CPW 53T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CPW 53T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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