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W946 GUG

2000 Moto Guzzi California

Red Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,228 mi
Last recorded28,228 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 2000 Moto Guzzi California18,016 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW946 GUG
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 28,228 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2021 28,034 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2020 27,785 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 26,910 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 26,910 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2012 26,155 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 26,155 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 19 Aug 2011 22,541 miles
Pass 23 May 2009 21,883 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 19,978 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2008 19,978 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Apr 2007 17,911 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 11,236 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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W946 GUG is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California in Red with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 W946 GUG, 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 W946 GUG registered?

W946 GUG is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 16 May 2000.

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