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V790 DJT

1999 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

22,661 mi
Last recorded22,661 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Moto Guzzi California21,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV790 DJT
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 22,661 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 22,661 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2025 21,759 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2025 21,759 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 18,471 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 18,158 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 18,133 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 16,797 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 16,550 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 16,522 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 16,385 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 16,207 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 15,770 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 15,720 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2009 15,720 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 14,585 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 13,961 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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V790 DJT 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 76.5%.

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 V790 DJT, 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 V790 DJT registered?

V790 DJT is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 2 September 1999.

Is V790 DJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V790 DJT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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