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H847 YFL

1990 Moto Guzzi California III

Red Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,868 mi
Last recorded88,868 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1990 Moto Guzzi California III32,692 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH847 YFL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 88,868 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 88,180 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 86,401 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 83,419 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 81,303 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 77,997 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 75,118 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 72,607 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 69,574 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 66,202 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2005 66,202 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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H847 YFL is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California III in Red with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 H847 YFL, 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 H847 YFL registered?

H847 YFL is a 1990 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 6 August 1990.

Is H847 YFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for H847 YFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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