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N866 BSX

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,526 mi
Last recorded19,526 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN866 BSX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 19,526 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 19,433 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 19,409 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 19,187 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 18,796 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 17,824 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 16,649 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (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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N866 BSX is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N866 BSX, 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 N866 BSX registered?

N866 BSX is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N866 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N866 BSX shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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