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P783 XLJ

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

63,455 mi
Last recorded63,455 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP783 XLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 63,455 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 63,017 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 60,917 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 60,872 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Slight roughness in front wheel bearing

Pass 21 Mar 2023 60,708 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2022 58,975 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 57,626 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 57,253 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 54,443 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 52,821 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 52,164 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 50,690 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 50,170 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 49,315 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 48,434 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 47,244 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 46,739 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 45,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 44,888 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2006 43,262 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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P783 XLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 P783 XLJ, 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 P783 XLJ registered?

P783 XLJ is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 2 August 1996.

Is P783 XLJ safe to buy?

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