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N814 STN

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Grey Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

699 mi
Last recorded699 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN814 STN
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 699 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 699 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 13 Mar 2025

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 699 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 699 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp not working Front brake lever. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2017 699 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 619 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2016 619 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 619 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 619 miles

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

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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N814 STN is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Grey with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 N814 STN, 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 N814 STN registered?

N814 STN is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 13 May 1996.

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The MOT history for N814 STN shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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