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N229 GEX

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

69,004 mi
Last recorded69,004 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 GEX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 69,004 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 68,731 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 68,498 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2023 68,170 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 67,549 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 67,170 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 65,484 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 64,741 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 63,074 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 60,714 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 59,142 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2012 59,142 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Fail 16 Sep 2011 56,627 miles

Sidecar rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 56,627 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 56,173 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 11 Sep 2009 51,292 miles

Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 51,292 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 47,553 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 47,553 miles

Sidecar attachment insecure (5.1.1b)

Fail 26 Sep 2007 44,281 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 44,281 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 39,245 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 39,245 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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N229 GEX is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 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 N229 GEX, 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 N229 GEX registered?

N229 GEX is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1995.

Is N229 GEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N229 GEX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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