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D16 TCB

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,738 mi
Last recorded26,738 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD16 TCB
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 26,738 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2025 26,279 miles

Nearside Wheel bearing has slight play sidecar wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 25,287 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 22,337 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2022 22,284 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 22,214 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute slightly fast (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 22,212 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play motorcycle rear wheel (5.1.3 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute slightly fast (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 21,478 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 18,768 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 16,920 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 14,266 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 10,024 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 9,460 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 3 May 2011 9,460 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 9,102 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 8,871 miles

rear brake capable of greater efficiency than shown

Pass 26 Apr 2008 7,828 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 6,476 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 6,424 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?

Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 214
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 134
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 95
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 77
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D16 TCB is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 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 California fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 214 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D16 TCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was D16 TCB registered?

D16 TCB is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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