Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva reliable?

Based on MOT data from 133 vehicles, the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.7% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (40.4% of vehicles), Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (33.8% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Moto Guzzi Breva (2007)

133 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.7% first-time pass rate

2007 Moto Guzzi Breva

CarHunch analysed 133 real MOT records for the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.

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The 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva is a reliable performer, with an 86.7% first-time pass rate that sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, and only 12% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—well within acceptable bounds for a bike of this age. Petrol models show consistent results at 86.9%, so fuel type isn't a differentiator here.

At nearly 17,000 miles on average, these Brevas are running hard but not excessively for their age, and the 1.27 average failures per test suggest owners are keeping on top of basics like brakes and chains. Budget for routine advisory work—3.4 per test is typical—but if you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection should flag any suspension or electrical gremlins before you commit.

We have limited data for the 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these cars have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

86.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

12%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.27

Over 12.1 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

14k

Middle half: 9k–21k

For context

These stats describe 133 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 133 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Tyre wear

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (42.7%) · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (40.4%) · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (6.5%)

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

~1 in 3 Brake wear

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (33.8%) · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (28.1%) · Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (23.8%) · …

💡 Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

8.8% Lighting

Headlamp aim too low (8.8%) · Headlamp aim too high (6.9%) · Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (6.5%) · …

💡 Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva

Based on MOT data from 133 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch →

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	131	86.9%	1.26

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,666

typical

8,658

low mileage

20,751

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Moto Guzzi Breva vehicles fall between 8,658 and 20,751 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 8,658 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 8,658–20,751 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Moto Guzzi Brevas sit.

⚠ Over 28,013 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Moto Guzzi Breva — Still on the Road

Most 2007 Moto Guzzi Brevas are still being driven.

72 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.27

Avg failures per vehicle

3.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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