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P744 OVV

1997 Moto Guzzi Sport

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

77,295 mi
Last recorded77,295 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport33,383 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP744 OVV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelSport
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 77,295 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 76,811 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 75,513 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 May 2023 74,151 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 72,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced both (4.4.3 (a))

headlight masked

Fail 7 Oct 2021 72,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect right dipping (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

headlight masked

Pass 1 Aug 2016 72,675 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 71,835 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 71,758 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 70,342 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 68,427 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 66,890 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 64,040 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 62,372 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 57,090 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2006 51,741 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Sport?

Based on 1,927 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

88.7%
Pass Rate
745
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Headlamp aim too high 11
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 6
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P744 OVV is a 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 33,383 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi Sport fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P744 OVV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Sport typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi Sport is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P744 OVV registered?

P744 OVV is a 1997 Moto Guzzi Sport, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P744 OVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P744 OVV shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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