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V7 BYK

2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic

Black Petrol 744cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

11,587 mi
Last recorded11,587 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic7,578 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV7 BYK
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelV7 Classic
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine744cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 11,587 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 11,587 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2025 11,330 miles
Fail 16 May 2025 11,330 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 21 May 2024 10,991 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 10,732 miles
Fail 18 May 2023 10,732 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2022 9,984 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 8,506 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 7,907 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 7,735 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 6,970 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 5,911 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 4,803 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 2,999 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 2,433 miles

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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V7 BYK is a 2011 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 81.3%.

Across all 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 7,578 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 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 V7 BYK, 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 15 years old, this Moto Guzzi V7 Classic is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V7 BYK registered?

V7 BYK is a 2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Classic, first registered on 30 June 2011.

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The MOT history for V7 BYK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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