Official DVLA Record

1982 Laverda Jota 1.0L Petrol · SWL 26X

SWL 26X

1982 Laverda Jota (1.0L, petrol). First registered 19/03/1982. Recorded mileage 63,248 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
LAVERDA JOTA
Year / Origin
1982 · Aberdeen
MOT Status
Valid until 26/05/2023
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
63,248 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 26/05/2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1982
Engine
981cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle demonstrates a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness record. The most recent test on 27 May 2022 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, maintaining a consistent trend of clean sheets across all five entries dating back to 2017. There are no recorded advisories for brake wear, tyre tread, or structural corrosion, which is rare for a machine of this vintage. The mileage pattern confirms this is a low-use example, averaging roughly 1,437 miles per year over its 44-year life. Between the 2017 test at 62,295 miles and the final 2022 entry at 63,248 miles, the odometer climbed by only 953 miles over five years. This suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods in stationary storage rather than in active daily use. A buyer must now account for the four-year gap between the last recorded MOT in May 2022 and the current date of July 2026. Long periods of inactivity often lead to perished rubber components, seized brake calipers, and degraded fuel system seals. While the history shows no mechanical failures, the lack of recent data means the current state of the tyres and fluid integrity is unknown. Physical inspection should focus on the effects of standing. Check for flat-spotted tyres and verify that the brakes are not binding. Given the age of the Laverda Jota, a thorough check for dormant corrosion in the frame and a verification of the electrical system's health is essential to ensure the bike has not deteriorated while off the road.

SWL 26X Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2022
  • 63,248 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
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SWL 26X MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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1 MOT test are recorded for this 1982 Laverda Jota (SWL 26X) between May 2022 and May 2022.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 0 advisory notices note items to monitor.

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