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M897 TYA

1994 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,423 mi
Last recorded1,423 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1994 Moto Guzzi California27,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM897 TYA
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1994
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 1,423 miles

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))

Pass 8 May 2025 821 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 172 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 4,535 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 4,382 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2020 3,809 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 26,771 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 2,227 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 1,967 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 1,961 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 1,954 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 1,952 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 1,659 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 1,293 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 81 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 36,696 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 35,078 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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M897 TYA is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M897 TYA, 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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M897 TYA is a 1994 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1994.

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