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P647 PVW

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests29 (20 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate69%

Mileage

33,966 mi
Last recorded33,966 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP647 PVW
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 33,966 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 32,983 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 32,251 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 31,152 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 29,600 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 28,542 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 28,329 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 28,162 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 27,918 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 27,262 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 26,047 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 26,047 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Oct 2014 23,379 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 21,577 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 21,577 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 20,380 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 18,907 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2011 18,876 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2010 17,043 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 16,332 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2009 16,332 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 19 Nov 2008 16,145 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 16,145 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 15,394 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2007 15,355 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 30 Oct 2007 15,355 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 27 Oct 2007 15,355 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 14,233 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2006 14,205 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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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P647 PVW is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.

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 P647 PVW, 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 P647 PVW registered?

P647 PVW is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 6 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P647 PVW shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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