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L973 LRR

1993 Moto Guzzi California III

Maroon Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

46,611 mi
Last recorded46,611 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2010
Typical for 1993 Moto Guzzi California III28,595 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL973 LRR
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2010 46,611 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 22 Nov 2010 46,530 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 42,266 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 39,992 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 39,992 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 34,364 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Aug 2006 34,220 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

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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L973 LRR is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III in Maroon with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 L973 LRR, 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 L973 LRR registered?

L973 LRR is a 1993 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 1 August 1993.

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