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P832 FTO

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

12,520 mi
Last recorded12,520 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP832 FTO
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2011 12,520 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2011 12,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Apr 2010 12,472 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 12,470 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 11,645 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 9,865 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 9,410 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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P832 FTO is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P832 FTO, 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 P832 FTO registered?

P832 FTO is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 February 1997.

Is P832 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P832 FTO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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