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PX08 BUF

2008 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,451 mi
Last recorded29,451 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Moto Guzzi California10,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 BUF
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 29,451 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 27,530 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 27,110 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 26,302 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 26,302 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 25,166 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 23,686 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 22,565 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 20,838 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 20,829 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 20,820 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,612 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 17,714 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 16,541 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 13,768 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 12,610 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 9,289 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 9,289 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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PX08 BUF is a 2008 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 10,559 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PX08 BUF, 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 18 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PX08 BUF registered?

PX08 BUF is a 2008 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for PX08 BUF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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