2024 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Special Edition 0.9L Petrol · FD74 WDZ

The vehicle has no recorded MOT history with the DVSA, meaning no formal test outcome is available to establish a pattern of compliance or deterioration. In the absence of any documented pass, fail, or advisory entries, it is impossible to comment on whether the maintenance regime has been stable, worsening or improving; the buyer must therefore treat the lack of data as a significant information gap and seek independent verification of the bike’s current condition. Mileage for this 2024 Moto Guzzi V9 Bobber Special Edition is not supplied, so a direct comparison with its two‑year age cannot be made. Assuming a typical British rider averages between 2,000 and 5,000 miles per annum on a middleweight naked bike, a well‑used example would now sit around 4,000‑10,000 miles. Should the odometer read substantially lower, the machine may have been stored for extended periods, which raises concerns about fuel degradation, battery sulphation and possible corrosion of brake components. Conversely, an unusually high reading for a 2024 model would suggest aggressive riding and would accelerate wear on the clutch plates, valve train, and tyre tread, potentially masking latent failures that would otherwise be caught in a regular MOT. Given the absence of recorded defects, the buyer should conduct a thorough visual and tactile inspection focused on age‑related deterioration. Examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry rot or hardening of the rubber, and verify that the tread depth is uniform and above the legal minimum; any irregular wear could indicate mis‑alignment of the front fork or rear swing‑arm. Inspect the battery terminals for corrosion, check the electrolyte level if it is a serviceable unit, and consider a load test to confirm that the 12‑volt system can sustain the high‑current demand of the ignition and electronic aids. Look for signs of fluid leakage around the oil sump, coolant hoses (if equipped with liquid cooling), and the brake master cylinder; old or discoloured oil may indicate that the service interval has been exceeded. Finally, assess the suspension and chassis for structural integrity. Push and pull on the front fork tubes and rear swing‑arm to feel for excessive play in the bearings or worn bushings, and listen for clunking noises when the bike is rocked over bumps. Verify that the brake discs are free of deep scoring, rust patches or excessive glazing, and that the caliper pistons move smoothly without binding. Ensure the exhaust system is securely mounted and free of cracks that could allow fumes to escape. A full service history, including recent oil change, valve clearance check and coolant flush, should be requested; if unavailable, budgeting for a comprehensive 2,000‑mile service will help to bring the bike up to a reliable, road‑worthy standard.