MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
65,061 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Oil leak
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp masks/converters fitted
Oil leak
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Centre Rear Upper Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)
Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)
Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)
Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))
Offside Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)
Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi 850 T3?
Based on 707 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DRU 478T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 in Red with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.
Across all 1979 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 31,375 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 DRU 478T, 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 47 years old, this Moto Guzzi 850 T3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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DRU 478T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi 850 T3, first registered on 6 July 1979.
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