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N121 DHJ

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,596 mi
Last recorded61,596 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN121 DHJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 61,596 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2026 61,596 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 60,449 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 57,436 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 57,060 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface rust to brake discs front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Indicator tell tale inoperative right hand tell tale not working but indicator visible while riding (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 56,816 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 56,491 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 55,947 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 55,753 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 55,667 miles

rear reflector partially obscured

Fail 23 May 2014 55,667 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

rear reflector partially obscured

Pass 10 Jun 2013 55,600 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 55,600 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

gearlever retaining bolt not fitted

rear brake fluid level not sighted

Pass 24 May 2011 52,695 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 49,618 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 49,581 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 49,566 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 48,804 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 47,679 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 47,623 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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N121 DHJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,964 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 N121 DHJ, 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 30 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N121 DHJ registered?

N121 DHJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 11 January 1996.

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