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POY 851W

1981 Laverda 1200

Silver Petrol 1116cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,888 mi
Last recorded35,888 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1981 Laverda 120030,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPOY 851W
MakeLaverda
Model1200
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,116cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 3 Jun 2026 35,888 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 34,390 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 33,822 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 33,721 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 33,105 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 32,780 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 32,456 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2015 32,041 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 31,321 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 29,671 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 29,484 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 28,876 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 28,379 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 26,625 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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2008 26,112 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 25,726 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 25,304 miles

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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POY 851W is a 1981 Laverda 1200 in Silver with a 1,116cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Laverda 1200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 30,402 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 POY 851W, 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 45 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 POY 851W?

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What year was POY 851W registered?

POY 851W is a 1981 Laverda 1200, first registered on 12 February 1981.

Is POY 851W safe to buy?

The MOT history for POY 851W shows 17 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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