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N397 JAT

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,647 mi
Last recorded24,647 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN397 JAT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 24,647 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 23,872 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 23,687 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 22,960 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 22,960 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 22,671 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 21,899 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 20,957 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 20,957 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 20,945 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 19,458 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 14,852 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 13,480 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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N397 JAT is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 N397 JAT, 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 N397 JAT registered?

N397 JAT is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 23 May 1996.

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The MOT history for N397 JAT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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