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M491 HAT

1994 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

25,833 mi
Last recorded25,833 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2017
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California27,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM491 HAT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2017 25,833 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 25,669 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 25,669 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2015 25,154 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 25,154 miles

Front Brake component is severely distorted (3.1.5)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 24,477 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 23,682 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 23,396 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 23,153 miles

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

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

nearside front brake disc has slight movement

offside front brake disc has slight movement

rear brake disc has slight movement

Fail 7 Sep 2010 23,153 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

nearside front brake disc has slight movement

offside front brake disc has slight movement

rear brake disc has slight movement

Pass 25 Jul 2009 22,051 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 21,400 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 18,949 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 17,857 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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M491 HAT is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 M491 HAT, 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 M491 HAT registered?

M491 HAT is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 8 November 1994.

Is M491 HAT safe to buy?

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