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N196 AOF

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,193 mi
Last recorded23,193 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN196 AOF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2026 23,193 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 22,695 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 21,679 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 20,093 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 18,054 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 15,934 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 12,974 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 9,534 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 9,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 8,704 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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N196 AOF is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 N196 AOF, 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 N196 AOF registered?

N196 AOF is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N196 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N196 AOF shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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