Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber reliable? We analysed 929 real MOT tests across 203 vehicles to find out.
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The Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 61 | 90.2% | 1,886 | 4,222 | 7,459 |
| 2019 | 110 | 90.0% | 1,843 | 3,384 | 6,171 |
| 2018 | 144 | 90.3% | 2,320 | 3,985 | 7,247 |
| 2017 | 237 | 89.0% | 2,236 | 4,977 | 8,452 |
| 2016 | 318 | 88.4% | 2,349 | 4,651 | 8,320 |
How Long Does a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Last?
Based on 203 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber vehicles on UK roads.
Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.3% MOT pass rate from 144 tests
88.4% MOT pass rate from 318 tests
The best year to buy a used Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.3% across 144 tests. The 2016 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber THIS CAR | 89.6% | 929 | 4,127 mi | 10 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi California | 87.6% | 17,571 | 18,051 mi | 47 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi Breva | 88.6% | 11,089 | 14,395 mi | 23 yrs |
| Moto Guzzi V7 | 90.8% | 6,390 | 6,566 mi | 17 yrs |
| Ford Sapphire | 68.4% | 1,482 | 46,234 mi | 37 yrs |
Compared to the Moto Guzzi California (87.6% pass rate) and the Moto Guzzi Breva (88.6% pass rate), the Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.6% across 929 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber owner drives around 623 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber models stay on UK roads for around 10 years. If you're buying one that's already well within that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.