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NLJ 487W

1981 Moto Guzzi Spada

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,437 mi
Last recorded4,437 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi Spada39,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNLJ 487W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSpada
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2021 4,437 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 2,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2013 2,263 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 2,218 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 1,884 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 1,379 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 24 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Spada?

Based on 843 MOT tests across 125 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
675
Miles/Year
48
Year Lifespan
125
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
Direction indicator not working 6
Horn not working 6
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
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NLJ 487W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi Spada in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Moto Guzzi Spada models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 39,900 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi Spada fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NLJ 487W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Spada typically stays on UK roads for around 48 years. At 45 years old, this Moto Guzzi Spada is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was NLJ 487W registered?

NLJ 487W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi Spada, first registered on 18 March 1981.

Is NLJ 487W safe to buy?

The MOT history for NLJ 487W shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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