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P794 TWX

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,171 mi
Last recorded31,171 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP794 TWX
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 31,171 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2025 31,145 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2014 31,098 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 31,098 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 31,047 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 31,031 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 31,031 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 30,981 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 30,952 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2007 30,539 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2007 30,539 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 29,978 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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P794 TWX is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P794 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 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 P794 TWX registered?

P794 TWX is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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