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V972 OGC

1999 Moto Guzzi California

White Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,434 mi
Last recorded33,434 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2010
Typical for 1999 Moto Guzzi California21,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV972 OGC
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2010 33,434 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Jul 2009 32,641 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 32,640 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Fail 5 Jul 2008 31,985 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2008 31,985 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 31,248 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2007 31,240 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 29,710 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2005 25,399 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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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V972 OGC is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California in White with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 V972 OGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V972 OGC registered?

V972 OGC is a 1999 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 15 October 1999.

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The MOT history for V972 OGC shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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