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M542 VGS

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

30,599 mi
Last recorded30,599 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2015
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM542 VGS
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2015 30,599 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Sidecar tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2014 29,691 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 29,691 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 27,252 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 26,217 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 25,491 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 23,594 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 21,185 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 19,835 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 17,742 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 14,690 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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M542 VGS is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 M542 VGS, 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 M542 VGS registered?

M542 VGS is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 20 March 1995.

Is M542 VGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for M542 VGS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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