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P786 TWX

1996 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

31,426 mi
Last recorded31,426 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Moto Guzzi California24,964 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 TWX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 31,426 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 31,401 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 31,213 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 May 2010 27,972 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 27,575 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 27,574 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 31 May 2008 27,560 miles

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 3 May 2007 27,412 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 27,412 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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P786 TWX is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P786 TWX, 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 P786 TWX registered?

P786 TWX is a 1996 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 November 1996.

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The MOT history for P786 TWX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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