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W309 PLJ

2000 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

48,858 mi
Last recorded48,858 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2014
Typical for 2000 Moto Guzzi California18,016 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW309 PLJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2014 48,858 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 48,858 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 47,392 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2010 46,097 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Fail 20 Oct 2010 46,097 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 12 Oct 2009 44,070 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 44,070 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fail 1 Aug 2008 42,324 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 42,324 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,391 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 28,601 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 28,601 miles

Front Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

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

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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W309 PLJ is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 W309 PLJ, 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 W309 PLJ registered?

W309 PLJ is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 4 April 2000.

Is W309 PLJ safe to buy?

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