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W353 XGJ

2000 Moto Guzzi California

Black Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

6,731 mi
Last recorded6,731 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 2000 Moto Guzzi California18,016 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW353 XGJ
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 6,731 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 6,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,227 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 5,369 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 5,321 miles

gear lever has excessive movement

l/h switch gear loose

r/h switch gear loose

Fail 30 Jul 2010 5,319 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

gear lever has excessive movement

l/h switch gear loose

r/h switch gear loose

Pass 23 Jul 2009 5,032 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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W353 XGJ is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California in Black with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W353 XGJ, 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 W353 XGJ registered?

W353 XGJ is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 12 May 2000.

Is W353 XGJ safe to buy?

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