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LJ56 SLV

2007 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

4,549 mi
Last recorded4,549 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2024
Typical for 2007 Moto Guzzi California10,660 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ56 SLV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2024 4,549 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 4,018 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 4,018 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 3,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 3,260 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 3,077 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen deteriorated

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 3,024 miles

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 2,817 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 2,679 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 2,362 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 2,362 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Mar 2015 23,778 miles

REAR TYRE SHOWING AGE SLIGHT SPLITTING

Pass 5 Mar 2014 1,375 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 1,359 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 25 Feb 2013 992 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2013 992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2012 2 miles

The rear tyre has cracks in it.

Pass 24 Feb 2011 19,403 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 18,346 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 19 Feb 2010 18,281 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?

Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
1,608
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 214
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 138
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 134
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 95
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 77
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LJ56 SLV is a 2007 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 10,660 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 214 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ56 SLV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 19 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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LJ56 SLV is a 2007 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 21 February 2007.

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