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M38 SCH

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

27,780 mi
Last recorded27,780 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM38 SCH
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 27,780 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2024 27,241 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2024 27,239 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fail 7 Mar 2024 27,227 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside oil leak from engine onto foot plate

Pass 6 Mar 2023 26,795 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 26,402 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 26,357 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 26,232 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 25,923 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 25,606 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 24,884 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 241,721 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 24,458 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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M38 SCH is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1995 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 26,110 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 M38 SCH, 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 31 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M38 SCH registered?

M38 SCH is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 9 January 1995.

Is M38 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for M38 SCH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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