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L221 NAR

1994 Moto Guzzi California III

Black Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,881 mi
Last recorded33,881 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2023
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California III31,544 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL221 NAR
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2023 33,881 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 33,415 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 33,394 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 33,394 miles

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 32,545 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 29,594 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 26,458 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 24,415 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2006 20,397 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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L221 NAR is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California III in Black with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 31,544 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 L221 NAR, 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 32 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 L221 NAR registered?

L221 NAR is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 25 January 1994.

Is L221 NAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L221 NAR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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