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SV08 ENJ

2008 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

22,691 mi
Last recorded22,691 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Moto Guzzi California10,559 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV08 ENJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 22,691 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2024 22,691 miles

Stop lamp not working Control 2 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 22,439 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 22,364 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 21,816 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 20,508 miles
Fail 18 May 2019 20,508 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 16,759 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 13,457 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 13,457 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 9,507 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2015 9,502 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2014 9,187 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 8,943 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 7,425 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 6,948 miles

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.

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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SV08 ENJ is a 2008 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 SV08 ENJ, 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 SV08 ENJ registered?

SV08 ENJ is a 2008 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 2 April 2008.

Is SV08 ENJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV08 ENJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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