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P249 YRU

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,958 mi
Last recorded17,958 miles
Recorded on23 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP249 YRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 23 May 2012 17,958 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,798 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 13 May 2010 17,228 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 15,789 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 14,584 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 14,290 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2006 13,896 miles
Pass 5 May 2005 13,208 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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P249 YRU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 22,522 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 P249 YRU, 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 29 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P249 YRU registered?

P249 YRU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 6 January 1997.

Is P249 YRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P249 YRU shows 8 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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