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G237 VUD

1990 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,230 mi
Last recorded1,230 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1990 Moto Guzzi California III32,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG237 VUD
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1990
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2024 1,230 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 1,091 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 632 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 14 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2016 23,677 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 23,598 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 23,566 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2013 23,374 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 23,374 miles

Front Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 23,361 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2010 23,093 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 22,734 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California III?

Based on 1,719 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Riders seat insecure 9
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G237 VUD is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 32,692 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 III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G237 VUD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California III typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 36 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G237 VUD registered?

G237 VUD is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 18 January 1990.

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The MOT history for G237 VUD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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