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V785 DNG

1999 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

31,919 mi
Last recorded31,919 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 1999 Moto Guzzi California21,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV785 DNG
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 31,919 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 31,919 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 30,344 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 28,230 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 28,225 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,448 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 25,142 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 25,137 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2015 23,499 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 21,192 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 18,608 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 18,530 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 18,422 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 18,058 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 17,194 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 14,766 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2007 13,777 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 11,280 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2006 11,198 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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V785 DNG is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 V785 DNG, 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 V785 DNG registered?

V785 DNG is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V785 DNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V785 DNG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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