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GMR 319W

1981 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 844cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,876 mi
Last recorded41,876 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2008
Typical for 1981 Moto Guzzi California64,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGMR 319W
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine844cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Apr 2008 41,876 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 41,876 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 39,191 miles

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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GMR 319W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.0% with a typical mileage of 64,008 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 GMR 319W, 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 45 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of GMR 319W?

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What year was GMR 319W registered?

GMR 319W is a 1981 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 6 February 1981.

Is GMR 319W safe to buy?

The MOT history for GMR 319W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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