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Moto Guzzi 1000se MOT Pass Rate

Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 67 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 4.5%.

95.5%
Pass Rate
4.5%
Fail Rate
67
Total Tests
Items Not Tested
Top Failure

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

Moto Guzzi 1000se MOT Reliability Overview

The Moto Guzzi 1000se is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.5% and a failure rate of 4.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

Based on this data, the Moto Guzzi 1000se earns a "Excellent" reliability rating. The average Moto Guzzi 1000se presents for MOT with approximately 48,027 miles on the clock. The 1992 manufacture year performs best with a 94.9% pass rate.

The most common MOT failure for the Moto Guzzi 1000se is Items Not Tested, affecting 1.5% of all tests. Items Not Tested issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. The second most common issue is Motorcycle brakes at 1.5%. Motorcycle lighting and signalling rounds out the top three at 1.5%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.

⚠ Based on limited data (67 tests)

Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.

What Fails Most

Items Not Tested 1.5%
Motorcycle brakes 1.5%
Motorcycle lighting and signalling 1.5%
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Pass Rate by Manufacture Year

94.9%
Tests Avg Mileage 47,629Top Failure Motorcycle steering and suspension

* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).

What Fails on This Car?

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Brakes3.0%2
2Motorcycle Lighting And Signalling1.5%1
3Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn)1.5%1
4Motorcycle Steering And Suspension1.5%1
5Motorcycle Tyres And Wheels1.5%1
6Items Not Tested1.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 48,027 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle brakes0.62% per 10K miMotorcycle lighting and signalling0.31% per 10K miMotorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.31% per 10K miMotorcycle steering and suspension0.31% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres and wheels0.31% per 10K miItems Not Tested0.31% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle brakes0.623.0%2
Motorcycle lighting and signalling0.311.5%1
Motorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.311.5%1
Motorcycle steering and suspension0.311.5%1
Motorcycle tyres and wheels0.311.5%1
Items Not Tested0.311.5%1

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Mileage at MOT

48,027
Mean
51,207
Median
40,502
25th Percentile
54,402
75th Percentile

The average Moto Guzzi 1000se has 48,027 miles when tested for MOT.

📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate

How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.

0.94%
Fail Rate per 10K Miles
Average across all makes: 5.38%
4.5%
Overall Fail Rate
48,027 avg miles
✅ Good — below average failure rate

The Moto Guzzi 1000se has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 0.94% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.

About Moto Guzzi 1000se MOT Data

The Moto Guzzi 1000se is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 67 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 1 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 95.5% and a failure rate of 4.5%, which is well above the UK average of approximately 37%.

For Moto Guzzi 1000se owners, these results suggest a reliable vehicle that generally passes its MOT without major issues. Focus your pre-MOT checks on items not tested and motorcycle brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific 1000se is likely to perform.

Items Not Tested — 1.5% of failures

Items Not Tested issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on the Moto Guzzi 1000se. Items Not Tested issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Motorcycle brakes — 1.5% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on the Moto Guzzi 1000se. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Motorcycle lighting and signalling — 1.5% of failures

Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on the Moto Guzzi 1000se. Motorcycle lighting and signalling issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for the Moto Guzzi 1000se?

Based on 67 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Moto Guzzi 1000se has an overall pass rate of 95.5% (4.5% fail rate).

What are the most common MOT failures on a Moto Guzzi 1000se?

The top 3 reasons a Moto Guzzi 1000se fails its MOT are: 1. Items Not Tested (1.5%), 2. Motorcycle brakes (1.5%), 3. Motorcycle lighting and signalling (1.5%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.

Is the Moto Guzzi 1000se reliable?

With a 4.5% MOT failure rate, the 1000se is more reliable than average compared to the UK average of ~40%.

What should I check before an MOT on my Moto Guzzi 1000se?

Based on failure data, focus on: Items Not Tested (1.5%); Motorcycle brakes (1.5%); Motorcycle lighting and signalling (1.5%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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