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RRJ 159R

1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T3

Brown Petrol 844cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2014
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

59,828 mi
Last recorded59,828 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2013
Typical for 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T346,504 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRRJ 159R
MakeMoto Guzzi
Model850 T3
Year1977
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine844cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Nov 2013 59,828 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Nov 2013 59,828 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 59,356 miles

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 59,356 miles

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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RRJ 159R is a 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 in Brown with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.8% with a typical mileage of 46,504 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 RRJ 159R, 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 49 years old, this Moto Guzzi 850 T3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RRJ 159R registered?

RRJ 159R is a 1977 Moto Guzzi 850 T3, first registered on 4 April 1977.

Is RRJ 159R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RRJ 159R shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RRJ 159R have outstanding finance?

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