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M385 FRH

1994 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,817 mi
Last recorded63,817 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2023
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California27,688 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM385 FRH
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2023 63,817 miles

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

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2023 63,817 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2022 63,244 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 63,244 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2020 60,945 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 59,068 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 57,353 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 55,506 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 53,571 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 59,552 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 57,633 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 55,647 miles

Nearside silencer slightly loose

Pass 3 Sep 2011 52,038 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2010 47,565 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 44,059 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 37,812 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 31,556 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 26,004 miles

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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M385 FRH is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1994 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 27,688 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M385 FRH, 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 32 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M385 FRH registered?

M385 FRH is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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The MOT history for M385 FRH shows 18 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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