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VX59 FKG

2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V

White Petrol 1151cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

49,323 mi
Last recorded49,323 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V11,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX59 FKG
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelGriso 8V
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,151cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 49,323 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2024 49,322 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front switch not working. (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 49,132 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 49,126 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 May 2022 48,810 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 May 2021 48,703 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 May 2021 48,694 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 44,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 40,147 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 37,866 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 37,866 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2016 36,050 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 33,948 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 5 Nov 2014 32,130 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 32,130 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 29,545 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 25,495 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi Griso 8V?

Based on 982 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

91.1%
Pass Rate
723
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 3
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 3
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 3
reflector on motorcycle missing 2
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VX59 FKG is a 2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V in White with a 1,151cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 11,025 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 Griso 8V fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX59 FKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi Griso 8V typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Moto Guzzi Griso 8V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VX59 FKG is a 2009 Moto Guzzi Griso 8V, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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