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AY08 AOV

2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

19,897 mi
Last recorded19,897 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic11,855 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 AOV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV7 Classic
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 19,897 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively Noise on rotation. (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 19,897 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel hub worn, but not excessively Noise on rotation. (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 18,734 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 17,720 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 17,454 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 17,135 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 17,079 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 16,684 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 16,634 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 16,533 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 16,478 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 16,107 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 15,795 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Jul 2013 15,233 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,481 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 7,350 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi V7 Classic?

Based on 2,525 MOT tests across 240 vehicles.

90.1%
Pass Rate
693
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
240
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 7
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Direction indicators not working 4
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AY08 AOV is a 2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic in Black with a 744cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 11,855 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi V7 Classic fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 AOV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi V7 Classic typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Moto Guzzi V7 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 AOV registered?

AY08 AOV is a 2008 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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