MOT Status
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39,693 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Front brake discs surface rusted.
Rear brake disc surface rusted.
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Moto Guzzi California?
Based on 17,571 MOT tests across 1,608 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P970 CJT is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 P970 CJT, 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 P970 CJT registered?
P970 CJT is a 1997 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 3 July 1997.
Is P970 CJT safe to buy?
The MOT history for P970 CJT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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