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J965 PUR

1992 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

32,004 mi
Last recorded32,004 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2023
Typical for 1992 Moto Guzzi California III43,677 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ965 PUR
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1992
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2023 32,004 miles

rear brake performance requires attention

Pass 12 Aug 2022 31,156 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 30,854 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 30,854 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 30,520 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 30,253 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 29,377 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 29,355 miles

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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J965 PUR is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 J965 PUR, 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 J965 PUR registered?

J965 PUR is a 1992 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 2 March 1992.

Is J965 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for J965 PUR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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