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W221 PKS

2000 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

23,572 mi
Last recorded23,572 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Moto Guzzi California18,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW221 PKS
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 23,572 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 23,363 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 22,724 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 22,265 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 22,086 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 21,702 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 21,417 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 21,294 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 20,906 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 19,382 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 17,992 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 17,357 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

front brake pipe runs close to exhaust when in right hand lock

Pass 2 Aug 2013 17,163 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

tyre size 110 90 18 V61 BRIDGESTONE BATTLAX BT45F

Fail 26 Jul 2013 17,163 miles

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

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

tyre size 110 90 18 V61 BRIDGESTONE BATTLAX BT45F

Pass 24 Jul 2012 16,737 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front stop light intermittent

Pass 27 Jul 2011 16,610 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 16,570 miles

front brake light intermittent

slight wheel misalighnment

Pass 30 Jul 2009 16,406 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 16,120 miles

exhaust tailpipes non original fitment

Pass 28 Jul 2007 15,803 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 13,988 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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W221 PKS is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2000 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 18,016 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 W221 PKS, 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 26 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W221 PKS registered?

W221 PKS is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W221 PKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W221 PKS shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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