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XL 5211

1976 Moto Guzzi California

Green Petrol 844cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

86,556 mi
Last recorded86,556 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 1976 Moto Guzzi California43,091 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXL 5211
MakeMoto Guzzi
ModelCalifornia
Year1976
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine844cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2014 86,556 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

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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XL 5211 is a 1976 Moto Guzzi California in Green with a 844cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1976 Moto Guzzi California models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 43,091 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 XL 5211, 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 50 years old, this Moto Guzzi California is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XL 5211 registered?

XL 5211 is a 1976 Moto Guzzi California, first registered on 1 August 1976.

Is XL 5211 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XL 5211 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XL 5211 have outstanding finance?

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