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L971 CJT

1993 Moto Guzzi California III

Red Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,851 mi
Last recorded19,851 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1993 Moto Guzzi California III28,595 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL971 CJT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 19,851 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 19,614 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 19,614 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

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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L971 CJT is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III in Red with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Moto Guzzi California III models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 28,595 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 L971 CJT, 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 33 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 L971 CJT registered?

L971 CJT is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 16 November 1993.

Is L971 CJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L971 CJT 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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