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P208 YLJ

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,759 mi
Last recorded17,759 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP208 YLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2025 17,759 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 17,747 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 17,747 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2022 17,706 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Rear shocks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 17,532 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 17,453 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Feb 2016 17,452 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 17,124 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 16,261 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 16,247 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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P208 YLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P208 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P208 YLJ registered?

P208 YLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 December 1996.

Is P208 YLJ safe to buy?

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