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J608 HOU

1992 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,414 mi
Last recorded58,414 miles
Recorded on15 May 2018
Typical for 1992 Moto Guzzi California III43,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ608 HOU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2018 58,414 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2017 58,168 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 57,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2015 57,317 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 56,913 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 56,251 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2013 56,251 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 55,379 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 54,872 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 54,872 miles

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 53,950 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 53,189 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 51,990 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 51,990 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2007 48,447 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 46,093 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 46,093 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

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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J608 HOU is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1992 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 43,677 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 J608 HOU, 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 34 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J608 HOU is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 21 May 1992.

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