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P207 YLJ

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

29,559 mi
Last recorded29,559 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 YLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 29,559 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 29,482 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 29,302 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 29,019 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 28,311 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 27,037 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 25,530 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 23,303 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 21,629 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 20,216 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 18,075 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 18,057 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2014 16,686 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 16,256 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 15,596 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 15,579 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 14,878 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 14,749 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 13,627 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 12,228 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 10,855 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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P207 YLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 P207 YLJ, 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 P207 YLJ registered?

P207 YLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 19 October 1996.

Is P207 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P207 YLJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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