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X166 XCL

2000 Moto Guzzi California

Blue Petrol 1064cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

23,102 mi
Last recorded23,102 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Moto Guzzi California18,016 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX166 XCL
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,064cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 23,102 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 22,872 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 22,473 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 21,837 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 20,418 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2021 20,399 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 19,457 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 18,810 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 18,234 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 17,801 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 17,547 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 16,594 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 16,000 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 15,996 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,309 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 11,145 miles

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

clutch lever activates high beam flash switch but does not affect control

Pass 22 Jul 2010 10,731 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 10,087 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2008 7,688 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 7,289 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 6,831 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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X166 XCL is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California in Blue with a 1,064cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 X166 XCL, 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 X166 XCL registered?

X166 XCL is a 2000 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 October 2000.

Is X166 XCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X166 XCL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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