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N457 BOF

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,283 mi
Last recorded19,283 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 BOF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 19,283 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 18,752 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 18,508 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2021 18,508 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls front brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Dec 2020 18,340 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 18,225 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 17,676 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 17,676 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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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N457 BOF is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N457 BOF, 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 N457 BOF registered?

N457 BOF is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N457 BOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N457 BOF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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