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YJ08 XAC

2008 Moto Guzzi Breva

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

19,006 mi
Last recorded19,006 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva14,532 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ08 XAC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelBreva
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 19,006 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 18,996 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 18,217 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 18,191 miles
Fail 9 May 2023 18,191 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,062 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 17,978 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2020 17,309 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2020 17,309 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 16,119 miles

front brake pads slightly deteriorated

slight damaged to rear brake hanger

Pass 5 Apr 2018 15,317 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,922 miles

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

rear tyre very very slightly rubbing swinging arm

Pass 25 Feb 2016 9,950 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 9,773 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 22 May 2014 7,115 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2013 5,830 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 5,830 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 May 2012 4,397 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 3,193 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Breva?

Based on 11,089 MOT tests across 852 vehicles.

88.6%
Pass Rate
921
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
852
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 59
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 50
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 26
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 24
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YJ08 XAC is a 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 14,532 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 Breva fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ08 XAC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Breva typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Moto Guzzi Breva is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YJ08 XAC registered?

YJ08 XAC is a 2008 Moto Guzzi Breva, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is YJ08 XAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ08 XAC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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