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P326 BCN

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,991 mi
Last recorded39,991 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP326 BCN
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 39,991 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2025 39,257 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 37,745 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 35,778 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pivot worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 35,564 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 34,562 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 32,752 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 32,564 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 32,310 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 32,310 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2011 31,826 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 29,567 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 27,859 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 25,569 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 22,270 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 19,574 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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P326 BCN is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 P326 BCN, 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 P326 BCN registered?

P326 BCN is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 17 April 1997.

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The MOT history for P326 BCN shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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