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J740 FGN

1992 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,732 mi
Last recorded48,732 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2012
Typical for 1992 Moto Guzzi California III43,677 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ740 FGN
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2012 48,732 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2009 46,014 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Battery insecure

Fail 28 Mar 2009 46,014 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Battery insecure

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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J740 FGN is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J740 FGN, 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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What year was J740 FGN registered?

J740 FGN is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 5 June 1992.

Is J740 FGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for J740 FGN 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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