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P339 BRU

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

24,115 mi
Last recorded24,115 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP339 BRU
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2016 24,115 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' attention soon (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 23,098 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 22,009 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2012 19,325 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 19,325 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2011 18,865 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 18,865 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 18,742 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Nov 2009 18,742 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 22 Oct 2009 18,737 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 27 May 2008 15,896 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2008 15,896 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 12,413 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 12,374 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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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P339 BRU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 P339 BRU, 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 P339 BRU registered?

P339 BRU is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 May 1997.

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