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N409 RLJ

1995 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2023
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

42,090 mi
Last recorded42,090 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 1995 Moto Guzzi California26,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN409 RLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 42,090 miles

Centre Stand Bent

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre Showing Signs of Perishing

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Aug 2022 42,090 miles

Centre Stand Bent

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

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre Showing Signs of Perishing

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2021 41,883 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 22 Mar 2021 41,883 miles

Nearside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Steering damper insecure (2.1.4 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 41,474 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Feb 2020 41,350 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 37,174 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 37,040 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 36,794 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 2 May 2015 36,794 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 36,460 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 35,564 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear brake only just meets the brake efficiency

Pass 19 Jun 2012 34,682 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 34,680 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 34,260 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 32,513 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 29,544 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,806 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 27,795 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 27,792 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

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

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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N409 RLJ is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N409 RLJ, 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 N409 RLJ registered?

N409 RLJ is a 1995 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 20 September 1995.

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