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P780 PYY

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

30,717 mi
Last recorded30,717 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP780 PYY
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 30,717 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 29,723 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 27,776 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,634 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 26,381 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,844 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 24,994 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2014 24,756 miles

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

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

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

rear disc bobbins slightly worn

Fail 20 May 2014 24,756 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

rear disc bobbins slightly worn

Pass 14 Sep 2013 24,329 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 23,207 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,204 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2010 22,204 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2006 21,831 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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P780 PYY is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P780 PYY, 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 P780 PYY registered?

P780 PYY is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P780 PYY safe to buy?

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