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P121 PRH

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

25,726 mi
Last recorded25,726 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP121 PRH
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 25,726 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 21,595 miles

Offside Front brake hose has tape on but no damage found

Fail 7 Feb 2025 21,595 miles

Offside Front brake hose has tape on but no damage found

Rear Rear reflector reflecting white to the rear (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2023 18,605 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 16,147 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 15,983 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 15,817 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,217 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 13,381 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 11,753 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 10,448 miles
Pass 21 May 2005 6,886 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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P121 PRH is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P121 PRH, 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 P121 PRH registered?

P121 PRH is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P121 PRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P121 PRH shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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