MOT Status
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19,977 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 3 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 3 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 3 brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Battery insecure
Front Front brake pads are very old and need replacing for good efficiency as the brakes are linked with rear operating N/S/F and front operating N/S/F
Front slight oil leak from generator
Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose Pillion footrest return spring missing (6.2.12 (a))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed side wall perished to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Bolt missing side stand
Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
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P261 APH is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.
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 P261 APH, 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 P261 APH registered?
P261 APH is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 10 December 1996.
Is P261 APH safe to buy?
The MOT history for P261 APH shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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