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N356 WVP

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

452 mi
Last recorded452 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2020
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN356 WVP
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2020 452 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 354 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2018 289 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2017 259 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 259 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 259 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 24,766 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 24,752 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Fail 8 May 2013 24,744 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2012 24,739 miles

front & rear brake discs corroded

Pass 25 May 2010 24,688 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 24,687 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 24,546 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f forks slightly pitted

rear coil springs rusty

rear disc rusty

Pass 25 Jun 2007 23,840 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Offside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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N356 WVP is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 N356 WVP, 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 N356 WVP registered?

N356 WVP is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 2 February 1996.

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