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T163 AVV

1999 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,570 mi
Last recorded45,570 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Moto Guzzi California21,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT163 AVV
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Apr 2026 45,570 miles

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

Central Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Central Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 45,460 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 45,254 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 44,526 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 42,198 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 42,015 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 41,134 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 33,927 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 36,731 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 33,991 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 33,041 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 30,884 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 29,219 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 27,635 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2011 24,456 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 24,444 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 23,968 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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T163 AVV is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 21,685 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 T163 AVV, 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 27 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was T163 AVV registered?

T163 AVV is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 16 March 1999.

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