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P924 BJT

1997 Moto Guzzi California

Silver Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

41,853 mi
Last recorded41,853 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Moto Guzzi California22,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP924 BJT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2025 41,853 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2024 41,833 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2023 41,756 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 41,700 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 41,530 miles
Pass 2 May 2020 41,363 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 41,311 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 41,242 miles

both rear tyre valves perished

Fail 12 May 2018 41,242 miles

both rear tyre valves perished

registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 17 May 2017 41,209 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 41,209 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 41,151 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 41,062 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 40,972 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 40,910 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 40,758 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 40,689 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 40,386 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 39,293 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 39,293 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 21 Aug 2007 37,204 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 37,204 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 36,789 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 36,786 miles

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fail 24 May 2006 36,779 miles

Inner rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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P924 BJT is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Silver with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 P924 BJT, 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 P924 BJT registered?

P924 BJT is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P924 BJT safe to buy?

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