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N254 PPG

1996 Moto Guzzi California III

Black Petrol 949cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

30,469 mi
Last recorded30,469 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN254 PPG
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia III
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine949cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 30,469 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 30,342 miles

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear brake not locking wheel.

Fail 24 Feb 2025 30,342 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear brake not locking wheel.

Pass 29 Feb 2024 30,105 miles

Rear brake performance poor. brake not locking out.

Fail 29 Feb 2024 30,105 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear brake performance poor. brake not locking out.

Fail 16 Jan 2024 30,089 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 29,865 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 29,677 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 29,674 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc insecure (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2019 29,045 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 28,817 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 28,415 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 28,410 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2016 27,323 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

front tyre perished

Pass 22 Jun 2015 26,926 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 26,108 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 6 Jul 2013 25,406 miles

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 24,753 miles

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

left hand silencer mounting bolt wearing through swingarm

Pass 11 Jun 2011 24,216 miles

Rear Tyre (Wheel) Rubbing Wire Harness under L/H side of Fender!!

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

Fail 11 Jun 2011 24,216 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre (Wheel) Rubbing Wire Harness under L/H side of Fender!!

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

Pass 12 Jun 2010 23,615 miles
Fail 29 May 2010 23,605 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2009 23,384 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 21,511 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 21,454 miles

cut in rear tyre tread

Pass 12 Apr 2007 21,246 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 20,716 miles

How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California III?

Based on 1,719 MOT tests across 190 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
652
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
190
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 22
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 14
Riders seat insecure 9
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N254 PPG is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California III in Black with a 949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

The most common reason a Moto Guzzi California III fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N254 PPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Moto Guzzi California III typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Moto Guzzi California III is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N254 PPG is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California III, first registered on 1 May 1996.

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