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ELX 792T

1979 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 844cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

48,052 mi
Last recorded48,052 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 1979 Moto Guzzi California34,457 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELX 792T
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine844cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 48,052 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent two spokes bent (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 48,041 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent two spokes bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 35,962 miles

Offside Front bolt missing at front mudguard, but guard is secure.

Fail 15 Aug 2017 35,962 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both showing red to rear (1.5.1b)

Offside Front bolt missing at front mudguard, but guard is secure.

Pass 17 Aug 2016 34,731 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn rear brake pedal (3.1.3a)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 34,731 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn rear brake pedal (3.1.3a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Fail 15 Jun 2015 34,457 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,457 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2011 34,340 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2011 34,340 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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ELX 792T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 34,457 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 ELX 792T, 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 47 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was ELX 792T registered?

ELX 792T is a 1979 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 14 April 1979.

Is ELX 792T safe to buy?

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