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N346 LWT

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,127 mi
Last recorded23,127 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN346 LWT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 23,127 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 22,918 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 22,744 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 22,614 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 22,545 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 22,490 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 22,423 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 22,310 miles

Steering damper slightly loose (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 22,039 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 21,853 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 21,102 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 17,679 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 17,307 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 17,207 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 17,005 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 16,602 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 16,602 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 15,324 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

no clear view of rear brake pipes

Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,865 miles

unable to get clear view of rear brake hoses to front and rear

Pass 15 Jun 2007 12,083 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 8,135 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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N346 LWT is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N346 LWT, 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 N346 LWT registered?

N346 LWT is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 3 June 1996.

Is N346 LWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N346 LWT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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